The journey had been long. Everyone was tired. Without protesting, the five said their goodbyes and left the hall.
Some time later, Dong Zhen returned to the top of the fortress. His office was located at the highest point of the structure.
He entered the room calmly. But before he even sat down… A knock sounded on the door.
"Enter."
The door opened. A man dressed completely in black entered. On his chest was the symbol of the Blood Court.
He bowed briefly. Dong Zhen did not waste time.
"So?" His gaze was sharp.
"How did they do?"
The man sighed lightly before answering.
"Very well."
He was the secret guardian sent to observe and protect Kyrian and the others during the mission.
He had not needed to reveal himself. Kyrian had practically faced no real difficulties. But he had observed everything. Every movement. Every fight.
The man continued speaking. He reported the presence of the great forces in the capital. He reported the Coliseum. The bets. The fights.
