Beneath The Ruins

Synopsis

On the day of the earthquake, Malachi, the leader of the rescue team and also my husband, chose to leave me trapped under the rocks and went to rescue Selene, his beloved. He said, "You're a soldier, you'll be fine with a few injuries. Selene's been fragile since childhood. She's always needed me." After I was rescued, I decided to move on from him. I agreed to join the national chip project and headed deep into the mountains to start my research at the bureau. My leader, Rowan, was thrilled and grabbed my hand. "This is fantastic, Vaela. With you here, our chip research is sure to succeed! But it's a six-year stint. Are you sure your husband is okay with that?" I nodded. "Don't worry, Rowan. He'd never stop me from doing my duty for the country." Rowan gave my shoulder a reassuring pat. "Good, that puts my mind at ease. Time's tight. Will a month be enough for you to say goodbye to your family?" I smiled and nodded. A month was plenty.