29 Heart of an Augustia

29 Heart of an Augustia

A long, low whistle echoed through the silent hallways as we passed each dark room. I glanced to my side, taking in everything our eyes could make out. In the stillness of the night, our footsteps echoed against the cold ground, blending with the soft sound of his whistle. I followed behind him, watching as he continued to pierce the silence with that steady tone. Then, he stopped abruptly—his whistle falling silent—signaling me to be ready.

Because of what he said, I also sensed it. Those stiff footsteps walking towards us. Then he whistled again, but it was more different than before. It is softer this time. As if he is cleansing the upcoming fog that is approaching towards our direction. As I felt that person was 5 meters away from us, my eyes widened when I recognized it.

“An Augustia.” He heard what I said but it didn’t faze him at all.