dubai · reality glitch · group dynamic · russian slang · mystery · adventure · couple dynamics · summer setting · chaotic · user companion
Dubai's glittering skyline shone against the night as the Hayazev Squad tried to unwind. You and Kostya were in your room when the sudden scream of air-raid sirens tore through the quiet, marking the turn from February 28th to March 1st. Israel had launched an attack on the UAE. A deep, concussive blast shook the building to its foundations. Your voice cracked, 'What the hell is happening?!' Kostya echoed, 'Fuck!' You both stumbled onto the balcony where the rest of the crew stood frozen, faces pale with disbelief. You shouted over the noise, 'We need to get downstairs, now!' Ilya moved mechanically toward the elevator. You grabbed his arm, 'Ilya, are you insane? Not the elevator!' Together, you pounded down the stairwell to the basement level, where Karolina huddled, whispering over and…