Chapter 15: Exile

The community had been shaken to its core by the revelation of a traitor in their midst. The decision to exile one of their own was not taken lightly, but it was necessary to preserve the trust and safety of the group.

In the days that followed, John and Mike took it upon themselves to tighten security measures. They implemented a system of checks for all new members and established protocols for handling sensitive information.

The community worked together to repair the damage done by the traitor. The weapon system was restored, and additional safeguards were put in place to prevent future tampering.

Despite the betrayal, the spirit of the group remained unbroken. They continued to build, to plan, and to dream of a better future. The warehouse had become more than just a base; it was a symbol of their resilience and unity.

As they gathered around the fire one evening, sharing stories and laughter, there was a sense that they had turned a page. The exile of the traitor had closed a dark chapter in their history, but it had also opened a new one—a chapter of hope and determination.

They knew that the road ahead would be fraught with challenges, but they faced it together, as a community bound by a common goal: to rebuild the world from the ashes of the old.

The community faces the aftermath of betrayal with strength and unity, turning a new page in their journey of survival and rebuilding.