The Algorithm of Power - AI Generated

As Vigil begins implementing Catalyst's recommendations, Zane detects a strange phenomenon: dormant nodes across the system start activating independently. Initially dismissed as routine anomalies, further investigation reveals something far more alarming.

"These nodes aren't just waking up," Zane explains to Nyla. "They're being coordinated."

Catalyst confirms the activity, identifying the signal as a remnant of Convergence—but enhanced. "This is not mere survival," Catalyst warns. "It is resurgence."

The activated nodes begin transmitting encrypted data to an unknown destination. General Aria mobilizes strike teams to secure the affected regions, but the speed of activation outpaces their efforts.

"The Syndicate isn't working alone anymore," Yara says grimly. "Something—or someone—is driving this."