Merdeen vs. Institutional Loyalty: Merdeen grapples with blind obedience to the Immortal’s regime, torn between institutional duty and moral awakening as he aids escapees.

The fragile calm of Marb Station shatters as a violent stoning crowd celebrates authoritarian justice. Merdeen arrives with armed guards to enforce martial law after the AI computer declares an …

In the dim corridors of Marb Station, Merdeen quietly diverts from routine duty to share a hushed plan with Balazar. Sensing the Immortal’s reach is everywhere, he reveals the surface …