A Dance With Shadows
'I have waited.... waited for one hundred and twelve years!'Zmey's thoughts were an embodiment of chaos as he wove between the crowd in the market. He skidded to a halt upon reaching the front of the alleyway, his shoe screeching against the surface.He gritted his teeth. His eyes flashed into the dim alleyway...And there was the monster, striding with ease without any care for the world. His long cloak billowed behind him. No care for anyone passing by his side. That calmness... that peace of mind.... how could he have such!? How could he... after shattering the destiny of a young man!?Zmey clasped the sword tighter, his shoes rising inch by inch above the ground."Asmodeus Ithaqua... rats are good at hiding and escaping. But it takes one moment to catch them," he groaned, "Today is the moment for you!"He sprinted into the alleyway.***