Life of a Light

Chap 51 - The battle begins

A secluded park away from prying eyes, illuminated by the soft glow of streetlights.

Ashak

(looking around nervously, pacing): Eztli should be here by now. We can't waste any time. If the Union gets wind of our plan...

Aizen

(leaning against a tree, trying to ease Ashak's anxiety): Breathe, Ashak. Eztli is reliable. She'll be here. We just need to stick to the plan.

Tao

I didn't know this will be the day I will be skipping school.

Pisa

At least you don't have Mana in your school imagine what her punishment would be if she figures we skip school

Ashak

(sitting on the grass, his demeanor focused but slightly restless): Waiting isn't really my strong suit. We're not getting any closer to Amaru sitting here.

Pisa

(determined): I know, but rushing in without a plan would be reckless. We have one shot at this.

Just then, Eztli appears, quietly gliding into the clearing.

Eztli(slightly): Sorry for the delay. Last night I slept late but I got some intel. There's chatter about Amaru whereabouts in the outskirts of the city.

Pisa

(curiously): What did you find out? Any leads on Amaru?

Eztli (checking her device): Yes, actually. There's a rumored location where they're holding captives—a building. It's not far from here, but it's heavily guarded.

Aizen

(standing up, stretching): So, what's the plan? Infiltrate, grab him, and get out?

Etzia

(nodding): Exactly. We'll need to sneak in and grab him.

Cyd

(inside Etzia backpack)

listening in the conversation she whispers at Etzia.

I can hack into their cameras and set off alarms in different parts of the docks. That should help us to get in

Etzia

Added one more thing. Let's go the others are waiting for us we can talk it more later.

Everyone (except Etzia)

(Confuse)Who?

Mana 

(entering the office with a firm stride, her expression serious): Excuse me, I need to speak with you about a few students. Are you aware of their absence today?

Homeschool Teacher 

(looking up from a stack of papers, concern etched on their face): Yes, Mana. I noticed they weren't here either. I've been meaning to contact you. It's quite unusual for them to miss classes without notification.

Mana 

(crossing her arms, nodding): I'd appreciate it if we could review this together. I don't want any misunderstandings about their status. The safety of our students is our top priority.