**Chapter 3: The Eclipse Protocol**

As they followed Hiroshi through the winding corridors, Korra's anxiety grew with every step. The dim lighting and eerie silence seemed to amplify her senses, making her feel like she was walking into a trap. Mako's presence beside her was a comforting reminder that she wasn't alone, but even his calm demeanor couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had settled in her stomach. The corridors seemed to stretch on forever, with identical silver doors blending into the walls. Korra's eyes scanned the area, searching for any sign of Asami or clues to her disappearance. But there was nothing – just rows of sterile doors and flickering fluorescent lights. Hiroshi led them to a large, metallic door with a sign that read "Authorized Personnel Only – Level 3 Clearance Required." The CEO swiped his ID card, and the door slid open with a hiss, revealing a large, dimly lit chamber filled with rows of humming machinery and blinking consoles. Korra's eyes widened as she took in the sheer scale of the room. "What is this place?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. "This is one of our advanced research facilities," Hiroshi explained, his eyes scanning the room. "Here, we develop cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to change the world. But today, it's been... compromised." Mako's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?" Hiroshi's expression turned grim. "One of our researchers, Dr. Elara Vex, has been working on a top-secret project codenamed 'Eclipse.' It seems she's... misplaced some of the technology, and now it's at risk of falling into the wrong hands." Korra's eyes locked onto Hiroshi's. "Asami was working with Dr. Vex, wasn't she?" Hiroshi nodded, his expression somber. "Yes, she was. And I fear Asami may be in grave danger. The Eclipse Protocol was triggered to contain the breach, but... it's not looking good." The room was filled with the sound of alarms blaring and consoles beeping. Korra's eyes scanned the area, searching for any sign of Dr. Vex or the missing technology. Suddenly, a holographic display flickered to life in front of her, displaying a message in bold, red letters: "CONTAINMENT BREACH IMMINENT. EVACUATION PROTOCOLS ACTIVATED." Korra's heart skipped a beat as Hiroshi grabbed her arm, his eyes locked onto the display. "We need to move, now. The breach is spreading, and we don't have much time." Mako's face set in a determined expression. "Where are we going?" Hiroshi's eyes scanned the room, his gaze locking onto a large, metallic elevator. "The escape pods. We need to get out of here before it's too late." As they rushed towards the elevator, Korra's senses went on high alert. She could feel the tension building, the air thickening with anticipation. What would they find outside? Was Asami waiting for them, or was she already in danger? The uncertainty was suffocating, but Korra steeled herself for what was to come. She was ready to face whatever lay ahead, no matter the cost.