Chapter 137 Echoes of Uprising

Exhaustion gnawed at Elara's bones, a constant companion since the first sparks of rebellion ignited. The Council data center, once a symbol of their oppressive control, now lay in ruins, a testament to the rebels' daring raid. But victory felt distant, a flickering mirage in the ever-present haze of war. News trickled in from across the network, a mixed bag of successes and setbacks. Rebel forces had disrupted key Council outposts, liberating entire network sectors. But the Council, fueled by a cornered animal's desperation, had unleashed devastating counterattacks, leaving in their wake a trail of digital devastation. Elara huddled with Jax and the Ghost in the heart of The Haven, a makeshift war room buzzing with activity. Holographic displays pulsed with enemy troop movements and network disruptions, painting a grim picture of the ongoing struggle. "The Council's fighting back with everything they've got," Jax said, his voice strained. "We've inflicted major damage, but th