I let out a defeated sigh and tiredly slouched my head.
It was too late now. The window for a personnel shift was long gone, and we couldn't afford to lose the extra body, especially if we couldn't find a carriage to carry the supplies.
I gritted my teeth, feeling the weight of responsibility I'd have to take to ensure our and this kid's safety. 'I'll just have to keep an eye on him,' I thought, my mind anxious about the potential dangers that came with Joseph's inexperience and my heart dreading the hardships to come.
Interrupting my thoughts, Barik gruffly whispered, "Good thing we took cover here," and smirked. Then, he pointed out a side access door leading into our targeted warehouse.
Mizuno surveyed the alley from behind cover, taking note of the surroundings before turning her attention to Barik. "The way is clear; get the door open," she said in a calm, measured tone.