Escaping the school 2

The atmosphere shifted, thick with tension. Anxiety crept into the scene like a stealthy thief, as if the very air was tightening around them. Garmond's fingers tightened around the hilt of his blade, ready to draw at a moment's notice. Beside him, Hendrix stood poised, hands behind his back, prepared to unleash his short blades at the slightest hint of danger. Aliya's grip on her chain was firm, her body coiled and ready. And Devine... her trembling hands betrayed her fear, though she clutched her staff with all the strength she could muster.

How had this happened? Their plan had been flawless, or so they thought. Every step, every minute detail had been calculated. They had been careful, cautious, and yet... here they were, trapped.