The explosion swallowed the night.
A deafening roar tore through the industrial block as the warehouse erupted in a violent storm of fire and debris. Concrete shattered. Steel beams twisted. Flames burst outward like a living beast finally unleashed.
Shockwaves rolled across the yard.
Windows from nearby buildings exploded into glittering dust.
The ground trembled beneath the force.
Inside the armored car, Aluna screamed as the blast hit.
The vehicle rocked violently.
The reinforced frame absorbed the shock, but the impact still slammed her body against the seat.
Her ears rang.
For a moment, she heard nothing but a hollow ringing.
Outside—
Chaos.
Smoke filled the air.
Flames crawled across the ruined warehouse like burning vines.
Men shouted.
Some screamed.
Others didn’t mo
