The morning sun had barely risen when Protector Vareth stepped out in full armor, his cloak trailing behind him as five soldiers marched closely in formation at his back.
These were not just any guards, they bore the golden insignia of the Kannan Empire, stamped clearly on their breastplates and shoulder pads.
Official enforcers, granted full authority within Cahaya Village.
"What's happening?" asked one of the villagers.
"I don't know," answered another.
"I heard they are capturing spies from the other Empire."
"What?! They are here? In our village?"
Vareth and the soldiers didn't say anything. They were focused on the task at hand.
Before arriving at their main destination, they had made stops at a few other homes, quiet visits that ended with screams muffled quickly.
Four individuals had been taken. Two men. Two women.