Chapter 168: Uncovering Allies

The morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow across our living room. It was a new day, but the tension from the recent events still hung heavily in the air. Jason and I sat at the kitchen table, sipping our coffee in silence. The bruises on his face were a stark reminder of the danger we were up against. “We need more help, Jason,” I said, breaking the silence. “We can’t fight this battle alone.” Jason nodded, his expression serious. “I’ve been thinking the same thing. We need allies, people who can support us and help amplify our voices.” I reached for my phone and dialed Samantha. She picked up on the second ring. “Hey, Sam. Jason and I were talking, and we think it’s time to bring in some reinforcements. Can you and Nelson come over? We need to strategize.” “We’ll be there in twenty minutes,” Samantha replied, her voice resolute. Within half an hour, Samantha, Nelson, Greg, and Rachel were gathered in our living room. The atmosphere was charged with a m