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......... Lake ......... Azarios and I arrived at the compound’s gates, our hearts pounding in anticipation and fear, even though we knew Minerva wouldn’t lie to us. The screeching tires echoed through the air, underscoring the urgency of our destination, and with adrenaline coursing through our veins, we flung open the car doors and sprinted toward the guards stationed at the entrance. We skidded to a halt in front of them, our breath coming in ragged gasps as we anticipated the usual protocol of being asked to wait while our arrival was verified. But to our astonishment, the guards stepped aside, granting us immediate passage as if the universe had conspired to align our desperate need with a stroke of serendipity. Overwhelmed by gratitude, we nodded in silent acknowledgment to the