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"Acknowledged." Warden removed the head set and turned to look at the small party. "You heard him. Ten klicks south. We'll take half the rations and arsenal from this location. It's too dark to travel now, so we'll set out at first light."

Jasper pursed his lips worriedly. "Aren't any of you going to look for Kage?"

"What did I just say?!" Warden snapped. "It's too dark out there. You know which Harbingers come out at night? Nocs. They're expert camouflagers, see as clear as day in pitch black, and they run faster than any vehicle we've ever developed. Going out there would be suicide. I already told you: If Lieutenant McCollum is still alive, he'll make his way here."