Thud! The door flew open."Inigo, the Lord has summoned you!"Jolted awake, Inigo's heart sank. A midnight call? That was a first."What does the Lord require of me?" Inigo asked, trying to get a read on the situation."Cut the chatter. You'll find out when you're there," the messenger snapped, stil
After a satisfying meal, the group meandered down the bustling streets of Bostown, their eyes dancing over the dazzling array of merchandise. Grand Hart, having been outwitted last night, decided against sending anyone to shadow them today.Their leisurely stroll brought them to the Bostown Grand Th
"My apologies, sir. It was an oversight on my part," said Black Tortoise, looking at Alexander with self-reproach. He was responsible for collecting intelligence on the city, yet his focus had been solely on the Grand Hart Lord, causing him to overlook crucial details.It was clear that the Red Bloo
Bostown was a mess that night.The Grand Hart's latest stunt had the town in an uproar with their midnight abductions.In a deserted alley, a bloodied man stood guard over a boy."Have you no shame, snatching people in broad daylight? Is there no law?"The mockery was immediate from the other side.
Boom!The Grand Hart Lord felt the brush of danger and retreated with lightning speed. A gaping hole materialized where he stood, then separating him from Telmo."Your real prize is the Red Blood Stone, isn't it? It's got to be tied to that dark magic you're practicing," Alexander's voice rang out,
"You're clueless. I've been laying low, waiting for the perfect moment to strike!"Clutching a Red Bloodstone the size of his palm, Black Maple Master bounded forward, closing the distance to Grand Hart Lord in a few swift leaps.It looked like they were gearing up for a two-on-one brawl, but someth
The aftermath of the battle left the grand theater in shambles, a shadow of its former glory.Alexander strode forward, his presence as commanding as ever, sword at the ready. He fixed the two men with an icy glare."Tell me where Hugh Frost is, and I'll make your end quick."The Ancient Evil Cultiv
At the celebratory banquet, Alexander and other key figures sat together at one table while the rest were seated separately. Inigo had reserved several restaurants to accommodate everyone involved in the operation.Around the round table, no one moved their chopsticks, waiting for Alexander to speak