Violet Myers, Jasmine Sherni Jun 2026

The wind screamed outside, battering the walls, but inside the outpost, the atmosphere had shifted. The boredom was gone, replaced by the silent understanding that they were the gatekeepers of this small sanctuary, and they would protect it together until the dust settled.

Violet walked back to the table and sat down, picking up her book again, though she didn't open it. She looked at Jasmine, who was still standing guard by the door, eyes sharp. violet myers, jasmine sherni

The door handle jiggled violently. Then, a voice cut through the wind—muffled but frantic. The wind screamed outside, battering the walls, but