Chapter 31

Night was already covering the sky as Michael's army prepared to attack. In the darkness, they moved like shadows, slipping with dexterity through the ruins of the city that bore witness to the destruction of the world. Ahead of them, The Jackal's headquarters looked majestic yet fragile, faintly glowing from the lights burning inside. However, the morale of The Jackal's members had dropped considerably after Jhonny's departure.

"Daniel, get ready," Michael ordered, looking at the tech expert standing beside him. Daniel was a former member of the Mutiiner group who had once been Miranda's sworn enemy. His expertise in technology and the cutting-edge weapons he carried were valuable assets in her plan.

"We've identified all the systems inside the base," Daniel replied in a firm voice, his eyes gleaming with confidence. "With this weapon, we can overthrow all their defenses in an instant."

Michael nodded, his confidence growing. "Good. Once we're in, there's no mercy for them."

Michael's orders were followed immediately. Troops were mobilized to both sides of the base, preparing to attack from different directions. The atmosphere inside The Jackal's headquarters was awkward, its members trying to adjust to the absence of their leader, Jhonny. In the past few days, news of Alice's betrayal had spread, creating tension among them. Everyone doubted each other, making the bonds between the members of The Jackal begin to crack.

One by one, Michael's forces began to attack. Explosions rocked The Jackal's headquarters, gunshots rained down on the night, creating chaos inside. In an instant, the existing defense systems were shattered by the onslaught of the cutting-edge weapons Daniel had brought. He watched the small screen on his wrist, controlling every step of the attack.

Inside the base, members of The Jackal scattered, trying to respond to this sudden attack. Miranda, who had previously felt hesitant and unconfident, tried to gather the remnants of spirit among her members. "We can't give up! This is our home! They want to destroy us!"

However, her voice was not enough to lift her team's spirits. Some members started arguing with each other, blaming each other for the failure to defend the base. Jhonny's absence became too deep a wound to deal with.

"Where is Jhonny? Why isn't he here to lead us?" shouted one of the members, his face filled with confusion and fear.

Meanwhile, outside the base, Michael felt an unparalleled sense of satisfaction. "They're starting to panic. Look how easily we disrupted their defenses!" he shouted at his troops, directing further attacks.

Daniel smiled sarcastically, staring at the screen showing the damage inflicted. "They won't be able to hold out much longer. They're collapsing."

However, just as they were celebrating their temporary success, a voice broke through the noise. "Wait!"

The figure emerged from the darkness. Jhonny. He was back, and beside him was Alice. A light of hope suddenly enveloped The Jackal's headquarters.

"Let's face them!" Jhonny shouted, his voice echoing among the ruins. With his courage, a new spirit ignited in the hearts of The Jackal's members.

"Alice!" cried Miranda, both surprised and moved. Seeing Alice next to Jhonny gave them hope, something that had been missing for the past few days. "You're back!"

"We won't give up," Alice said, her voice full of conviction. "We have to fight!"

Michael, who saw Jhonny return, was shocked and angry. "How could you possibly come back? You should have left!"

Jhonny didn't care what Michael said. He stepped forward, gathering the divided members of The Jackal. "Listen up! We may be down, but we're family. We won't let them destroy us! We will fight back!"

With renewed vigor, the members of The Jackals reunited. They began to strategize, following Jhonny and Alice's orders. In no time, the previously bleak situation began to change.

"Let's strike back!" shouted Jhonny, leading them with fierce determination.

From the other side, Michael watched all this with raging anger. "Attack them! Don't give them a chance!" he ordered his troops.

The battle flared up again, now with fighting spirit from both sides. Jhonny and Alice led The Jackal's members bravely, while Michael and his troops, despite being equipped with state-of-the-art weapons, began to feel tremendous pressure.

In the midst of the battle, Alice came face to face with Daniel. They had fought in the past, and this reunion brought back all the bitter memories. "You won't be able to destroy us!" Alice shouted, swinging her weapon steadily.

Daniel laughed sarcastically, "You think Jhonny can save you? He's already lost!"

"I'm not just fighting for Jhonny, but for everyone here!" retorted Alice, fighting back with all the strength she had.

The struggle between them continued, and Alice felt every second count in this fight. She didn't want to go back to the dark past, didn't want to let Michael or Daniel destroy her new family.

On the other side, Jhonny and Michael faced each other in the center of the battle. Jhonny stepped forward, his face staring intently at Michael. "It ends here, Michael. No more games!"

Michael, with a hateful expression, replied, "You're only showing your weakness, Jhonny. Without strength, you can't fight back!"

They clashed, every move filled with hatred and ambition. Jhonny knew that this was a battle of life and death, and he wasn't going to let Michael ruin everything that had been built.

Meanwhile, the battle around them was getting more intense. The Jackal members who had previously lost hope were now fighting with all their hearts, countering every attack with courage.

"No! We will not lose!" exclaimed Miranda, fighting alongside the other members. She would not let betrayal or uncertainty destroy what they had.

Once again, Alice's voice echoed in their ears. "We are a family! We won't let anyone destroy us!"

With spirits flowing, the members of The Jackals grew bolder. They fought back, rekindling the hope that had been extinguished. The fighting became more and more intense, and the sound of weapons blended with the screams of fighting spirit.

Finally, in one decisive moment, Jhonny managed to put Michael on the back foot. With one powerful strike, he knocked Michael to the ground. "You will never win!" Jhonny shouted, as if encouraging the rest of The Jackals.

Meanwhile, in another corner, Alice faced Daniel who now looked overwhelmed. She grabbed her weapon, preparing to deliver the final blow. "Here's to everything you took from me!" she shouted, lashing out with courage.

In the mounting tension, both sides fought with all their might. Behind the fight, hope for the future was near, and Alice and Jhonny became the epitome of fighting for The Jackal.

In the midst of The Jackal's counterattack, Michael feels defeat on the tip of his nose. His plan was about to crumble, and he was determined not to let that happen. "Attack them! We can't retreat!" he shouted, trying to revitalize his troops.

However, the longer they fought, the clearer it became that the presence of Jhonny and Alice had re-energized the members of The Jackal. They were not only fighting for themselves, but also for their families, for the people who had fought alongside them.

As Michael tries to gather his strength, Jhonny and Alice fight side by side, protecting each other. They are symbols of hope.