In a grand castle in the eastern district of Storm City, Darklord stood sternly, scrutinizing the group of people in front of him.
Their silence in the face of his glare was palpable.
"Someone among you has leaked my whereabouts. If you confess now, I might show leniency. Continue your silence, and I'll show you what true despair is," spoke the deputy guild leader, trying to coax a confession from the group.
He knew Darklord's fury well and understood the severity of failing in the task assigned to him.
His future in the guild, perhaps even his well-being, depended on the success of this inquiry.
Despite his best efforts, the group remained staunchly silent.
They all knew Darklord's reputation for revenge and understood that his promises were not to be trusted.
Believing in his leniency would be nothing short of foolish.
Among the group was SkyStars, acutely aware that he had once disclosed Darklord's movements to John.
