Bad Actors 

Chapter 90: Bad Actors 

Maggie Phire led Vincent and nineteen other Origin Warriors along a winding, uneven trail. Their pace was steady, but the worry etched on her face, coupled with her frequent glances over her shoulder, betrayed her growing anxiety. Ahead lay their destination, the Tier 2 Labyrinth: Howling Spires, still a considerable distance away. At this rate, their progress was far from ideal.

Vincent surmised her concern lay with her people. Outside the labyrinth, they were holding back the Primals, risking their lives to prevent a breakout. The weight of responsibility visibly bore down on her.

Suddenly, Maggie came to a halt, turning sharply toward the group. Her eyes burned with resolve, her voice cutting through the quiet with commanding authority.

"Halt!"

"What's wrong, Vice Leader Maggie?" one of the warriors asked, curiosity cutting through the group's urgency.