Before the attacker could reach Madam Alice, his body suddenly froze as a grand pressure locked him in place.
His mind raced as he struggled to regain control of his body, but his attempts were futile.
"Calm your nerves, I'll be quick," Madam Alice's apathetic voice sounded as she leaned close, raising her gloved hand.
His expression warped in terror as she reached out to touch his skull, activating a secret technique.
Mind Search.
It was as if a conduit channel was established, and the assassin's most recent memories started to streak into her mind.
In reality, Madam Alice did not fully descend into a trance as she riffled through these memories, leaving some protective measures for herself. Afterall, there was no saying whether more than one person accepted the mission.
