Relief washed over me as I realized the guard was empathetic and willing to help. "Thank you. I appreciate your understanding. Please convey the urgency of the situation to Alpha Eden, and if there's any way to expedite the process, I would be deeply grateful, and yes, just tell him that I'm here to see him, ml."

　　The guard nodded and picked up his radio to call in. As we waited for a response, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions—worry, uncertainty, and ...