The narrow hallway echoed with the sound of pounding footsteps. Alion slowed down, frowning as he looked back.
He didn't expect them to be discovered so soon. Not only were they discovered, but the Guards from the Blood Clan had gathered to stop them, rushing in their direction.
Clad in dark attire, he gripped his sword tightly, its blade glinting ominously in the dim left.
Behind him, Cylix and Novius were also taken aback. There were too many guards. They thought about helping.
"Leave! Don't forget the plan! Get out of here! I'll find you later!" Alion roared, realizing what they were thinking without even looking back.
Unlike Cylix and Novius, Lira wasn't hesitant. She didn't want to be caught again. Without a second thought, she started leaving.
"But you-"