Who Dares?

Adrian opened his eyes at the mention of their distance, his gaze sharpening as Aria's voice carried through the air.

"Ten kilometers away from the first stop," she had said, but Adrian knew better. They were heading straight toward the middle of Deadwood Pass, where danger was waiting in ambush.

"Stop the carriage," Adrian ordered calmly, sitting up.

The merchant and his assistant exchanged alarmed glances. "W-why are we stopping?" the merchant stammered, his earlier doubt returning with full force.

"Stay inside," Adrian said, his voice steady and assured. "This is where the fun begins."

"F-Fun? W-what are you-"