Hunting for Shade (6)

Back in the car, Rebecca broke the silence that settled over the group.

"What do we do?" she asked, looking around at her companions for guidance.

Erik, the de facto leader, didn't hesitate. "We're going to this Shadow's Market," he said, his tone resolute. "And find all the information we need."

Ramon, leaning back in his seat, rubbed his chin thoughtfully.

"It'll be dangerous, based on what Vincent said." He voiced the concern that lingered in his mind.

"Don't trust Vincent," Erik said, a hard edge to his words. Ramon raised an eyebrow. "I never did, but why do you say that now?"

Erik sighed. "Vincent didn't tell us a lot of things."

His gaze sweeping across the faces of his companions.

"What he omitted to say is that the Shadow's Market also hosts an underground arena where the most dangerous criminals fight, high-stakes betting takes place, and even auctions for mysterious stuff are held."