Chapter 93

The night air was heavy with tension, the sound of the river a soft murmur in the background. Outside the wooden house, the Advisor paced the perimeter, his sharp eyes scanning the darkness. Ten armed men flanked him, their weapons glinting under the faint moonlight.

At that moment the Advisor checked his wristwatch, his expression a mixture of impatience and disdain.

"No sign of him," he muttered, clicking his tongue in irritation.

Then his gaze swept over his men, each one standing alert.

"Kai thinks he's smart. Newcomers like him always do, until they meet the end of their rope." He turned toward the wooden house, his lips curling into a sinister smile.

"Poor fool doesn't realize he's already lost."

Suddenly, the sound of approaching footsteps broke the stillness.