Chapter 172: The Mountain Fortress
Chapter: The Mountain Fortress
Beneath the shadow of an imposing mountain range, a narrow road twisted its way toward an unassuming entrance at the base of one of the peaks.
The air was crisp and still, punctuated only by the low rustle of wind through the surrounding rocky outcrops.
From a distance, the area appeared barren and lifeless, but a closer look revealed a hive of activity.
At the entrance to the mountain, a small contingent of soldiers stood guard, their stances rigid and alert.
Each soldier wore dark green uniforms patterned with camouflage streaks, denoting their status as elite military personnel.
The faint metallic gleam of their automatic rifles caught the dim light as they held their weapons close, scanning their surroundings with practiced precision.
Behind them loomed the mountain itself, a monolith of jagged stone that towered into the sky.
The road led directly into the mountain, disappearing into a concealed tunnel flanked by steel gates.
Surrounding the entrance, stacks of containers and heavy obstacles had been strategically placed, forming a makeshift barrier to deter unauthorized entry.
Some soldiers remained stationed at the entrance, their eyes fixed on the road ahead, while others patrolled the immediate area.