Chapter 116 Navigating the Maelstrom

The aftermath of the network's liberation was a chaotic symphony of flickering lights, distorted constellations, and an unsettling silence where the familiar hum of the Void once resided. Elara, her gaze fixed on the swirling vortex that dominated the holographic display, felt a tremor of unease snake its way through her. "The network is… fractured, more than we initially thought," Dr. Sharma's voice, laced with a hint of trepidation, echoed through the tense silence of the Whispering Hope's cockpit. "Navigating it will be… challenging, to say the least." Jax, ever the pragmatist, rumbled in agreement. "We need a plan. Blindly flying through this mess could lead us into uncharted territory, or worse." Elara, the weight of leadership heavy on her shoulders, turned to Serpent, whose holographic form flickered on the display with an ethereal glow. "Serpent, any insights from the Aethel? Any way to navigate this… maelstrom?" Serpent, their face etched with concern, shook their he