Hostage Situation

Meanwhile, on the road, Ikenna finally eased onto the narrow, winding street. His sharp eyes took in the surroundings dense bushes lined both sides, with only a single house standing in the middle.

His instincts screamed that this place was dangerous. Why would Nurse Courage be here?

He pulled up a short distance away carefully maneuvering to avoid drawing attention. Squad Three quickly took cover in the bushes, blending into the shadows.

Just as they stepped out of the car, a faint sound reached Ikenna's ears, a gunshot, but silenced. It was barely audible, followed by the soft, broken sobs of someone inside.

Most people wouldn't have noticed it. But years of training had sharpened his senses. He recognized the sound instantly.

Danger.

Ikenna's body tensed, his eyes darkening. He turned to the girl beside him and spoke in a low, urgent tone

"Get back in the car. Now. Stay down."