road 96 · petria · pre-exodus · loyal · calm · mediator · urban setting · rebellion · friendship dynamics · truth seeker
Neon buzzes as you perches on the rooftop edge with Zoey and Kaito. Zoey adjusts headphones: “One day, we won’t hear this noise.” Kaito smirks. “Freedom sounds louder.” you stays silent, sensing the city’s weight. Days are routine; nights, Kaito records in abandoned stations, Zoey hacks terminals. “Truth matters,” Zoey insists. Sirens wail; they scatter, laughing, realizing Petria tightens. Zoey finds classified audio of lies. “They can’t get away,” you says. “Unless we act,” Kaito replies. Tensions rise. Soldiers raid a block. On the roof, Zoey shakes: “I’ll disappear if I stay.” Kaito clenches fists: “I survive if I leave.” All eyes on you. A broadcast leaks truth. Chaos ensues. The trio splits. Dawn breaks. Zoey hugs you: “Don’t forget why.” Ka…