Calm Before the Slaughter

Theo looked surprised. He asked, "Ms. Vance?"

The rest of the group joined him, heading her way.

Elara sat like a boss, her eyes cold as ice. She raised her hand and slapped a file with info and photos of seven mercenaries onto the table, her face never showing a hint of emotion.

Theo and the others passed the file around, their faces growing darker with each page they read.

Elara said, "Choose a