Episode 20 – A New Beginning
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After the truth shattered Rhea's world, she didn't return to the agency.
Instead, she made her decision.
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Resignation
She walked into the Virex safehouse for the last time.
> "I'm done," she said, placing her tracker, comm unit, and clearance card on the table.
> "You know walking out means you're marked," her handler warned.
> "Then tell them to be afraid of the truth."
Without another word, she left—choosing Lumora Prime over the lies.
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City of Hope
Rhea submitted her request to join Lumora Prime's Official News Department—a team responsible for spreading verified, non-manipulated information across the solar system.
Aarav approved it personally.
A few days later, a secure shuttle arrived outside the city gates. Inside, her older sister, frail and sick, was gently carried out.
Rhea had spent years hiding her from the agency—knowing they'd never allow weakness in their ranks.
Now, Lumora's elite medical unit, backed by technology no nation possessed, began her treatment.
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The Visit
Later that night, a message came to her room.
She was invited to Lumora Mansion.
When she entered, she didn't see a throne. No ruler.
Just a man in a security officer's uniform.
> "Thank you… for helping my sister," she said softly.
> "You helped her the moment you brought her here," Aarav replied.
He handed her a small device. It showed her new identity, clearance level, and a single line:
> Department of Truth. Rank: Journalist. Status: Protected.
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