Soon, the group of civilians ran through the fork. The bandit chasing after them did not notice Lynen in the alley and continued to push the crowd along.
The cries for help and screams gradually faded into the distance.
Relieved, Lynen got up and left quietly along the alley.
But he had only taken a few steps when he heard the cries for help that were getting further and further away. He subconsciously slowed down.
His expression changed as he struggled with his own morals.
"If I continue my sneak attack, I might be able to kill this villain. As long as I hide and use my sorcery, even if I fail, I shouldn't be discovered…
"No, it's still dangerous! If the other party hasn't discovered me, I shouldn't go out and cause trouble. These people who are being chased live in the same city as me, but I don't know any of them. Why should I take the risk for strangers…"