Henndar watched the carriage finally exit, and then his smile vanished, only a slight curve remaining, but the warmth in his eyes had evaporated.
A cloaked figure appeared- Deadlock. He handed Henndar a letter.
"This is the confirmation letter from the Glacial Empire to allow Kesha to be here as she wills. Also, the people you requested have all been rounded up." He paused, then continued. "Also, the other preparations have been made."
Henndar nodded. "Then we shall begin. I only have enough time before these kids return."
Deadlock One, the highest among the King's shadow guards, nodded, leading the way to the hidden chamber where the people were being held.
The room was walled on all sides, underground, and far from any wandering people. Though it was large, the people who were gathered there felt claustrophobic. They were all on one end of the room, while other members of the Deadlock stood facing them.
