Chapter 21 - The Battle in the Hall
Gunfire echoed violently through the museum as Arthur’s bodyguards engaged the invading mercenary team.
Julian was struck in the shoulder by a stray round, falling behind an ancient stone sarcophagus with a loud cry.
Mark, Arthur’s lead bodyguard, returned fire, dropping two mercenaries near the grand staircase.
Victoria stepped out from behind a massive marble pillar, her face smeared with soot, her eyes burning with madness.
"Arthur!" Victoria shrieked, firing a burst from her rifle into the ceiling above his head.
"Give me Clara and the Swiss bank codes, or I blow this entire museum to ground level!" she threatened.
Victoria gestured to a belt of military-grade C4 plastic explosives strapped tightly around her waist.
Arthur stepped in front of Clara, holding his pistol with steady, unwavering military precision.
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"You're out of your mind, Victoria," Arthur stated, his voice calm despite the explosive threat.
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