Hyuuga, the Ghost Town Part 3

His eyes glide over the four of us, trying to find something or recognize something about us.

"Calm down, everyone. We didn't come here to fight."

I whisper, trying to keep him from hearing. He looks at me and gives a smile.

"You… Which kingdom are you from?"

His voice sounds tired, like someone who hasn't had a drink in a long time.

"Ecrom."

I reply, trying to keep my distance. Hearing my answer, he chuckles lightly.

"Ecrom, huh? Bad answer."

He replies and begins to draw his sword from his belt.

The tension in the air was palpable, and my heart was racing. I could see the fear etched on Larry and Lawrie's faces. Vectra, silent as always, stood rigid, watching the man’s every move. He was imposing, and every step he took seemed heavier, as if the very ground was crushed under his power.