The captain, as well as several other members of the Stalking Mantis Assassin Guild all had looks on their faces as if they had seen a ghost.
Those in the group who did not recognize John could tell the situation was bad just based on their captain's reaction. Their captain was an incredibly stalwart man, and they had never seen him cower at anything, especially a young boy who appeared no older than sixteen.
Their divine senses scanned out, and shock appeared on their faces as well.
"Meridian Forging!" the woman from the torture room couldn't help but exclaim in shock.
John's smiling face gazed at the group before him, as he took note of the several familiar faces. His vision darkened for a brief moment as he spotted the one who had landed the fatal blow on Austin in the group.
His finger suddenly pointed out to the group, who instantly jumped in fright and readied their weapons for an attack.
