Aella stuck her head out of the door as she peeked into the darkness just as she had done last night.
The hall was quiet and so tranquil that it was like she was the only creature here.
To make sure she wasn't being watched again, Aella took out the compass and hovered her hand in the air.
With a deep breath, she released all power in her grip.
The golden object dropped to the floor and it resounded around the walls of the hallway, creating a deafening sound. Then she waited with bated breath.
'Bane, Bane, where are you?'
Her ears strained to listen if she would hear any incoming footsteps from Bane, but she heard nothing.
To further confirm he wasn't coming, she counted up to fifty sheep with her fingers but she still saw no presence.
This could only mean one thing. He was asleep and this was her only chance to escape.
'Now is my only chance,'
