Matilda spent the next two days finishing the fire mission. The second Phantom pair and the extra launchers finished during that time, along with the Mules and Ammo Depots needed to keep them supplied.
Hans's armored SUV stopped under one of the surviving office towers in Cinderrow.
The building stood several blocks behind the current defensive line, far enough from the Core that Engineers had cleared it for continued use. Most of the lower floors remained dark, but soldiers occupied the entrances and several upper sections had been converted for observation.
Johannes was waiting near the lobby. Hans stepped out of the SUV.
"Have you been waiting for a whole day?"
Johannes looked at him in silence for a moment, before drawing a sharp breath.
"Commander. I've been here longer than you think. It seems... you have had some opportunities."
"Saicine offered me a few. Here to request for a vacation?"
