Nate moved through the city, his steps steady, his posture relaxed yet purposeful. The white robe with red patterns along the edges draped over his frame, making him appear as if he belonged among the city's elites. The fabric was smooth, far finer than what he had been wearing earlier. It fit him well, and most importantly, it allowed him to blend in.
Meanwhile, back in the alleyway where he had last been, a small crowd had gathered. Whispers filled the air as people pointed at the scene before them—a bruised and battered young man lay sprawled on the dusty ground naked. His chest rose and fell weakly, his face swollen beyond recognition. Blood had dried on his lips, and his right eye was nearly shut from the swelling.
The two guards that had been accompanying him were unconscious beside him, their weapons nowhere to be found.