C153 The aftermath of a war is love

"None of the mercenaries leaves here alive," Cayden declared, his voice as cold as ice. "I don't care if they surrender. They die."

The mercenaries and anyone who sympathised with Alpha Hawk didn't hold anyone's interest anymore. The war's end was imminent; all that remained was salvaging what little remained.

Max arrived, bearing Kylie's injured form. With gentle care