Despite Serena's assurances, Kyle kept God's Eye active as he stepped into the security tunnel. If an ambush awaited him or there was anything worth noticing ahead, he intended to see it first.
He didn't even have to walk. The platform beneath his feet carried him forward at a steady pace, passing through one checkpoint after another. Invisible scanners swept across his body, verified his identity through retinal scans, and captured a fresh image before allowing him to continue.
As the tunnel opened toward the exit, he finally understood the surprise Serena had hinted at.
The moment he stepped into the light, a smile spread across his face.
"Vero..."
His greeting dissolved into surprise.
"Veronica?"
Before he could say anything else, she rushed forward and wrapped her arms tightly around him, burying her face against his chest.
"Hey, hey... what happened?" Kyle asked gently, his concern unmistakable. "Are you okay?"
