An idea flashed in the minds of the three black-cloaked men.
Who wouldn't relish this godsent opportunity? A solo girl surrounded by darkness and currently preoccupied with something else… Even if she were a mage, she wouldn't be able to escape once they made a move.
However…
The three men scanned their surroundings with a slight frown on their faces, clearly a little worried about an ambush. They weren't here for on a stroll and had to be vigilant. But after contemplating for a moment, they concluded there shouldn't be much risk if they acted now.
Nevertheless, they were still rather puzzled. Why was this woman unguarded? Where was their 'primary assassination target?'
If he had died, the female mage wouldn't be so calm. Did he leave her here alone and venture deeper inside?