On the southern banks of Shadow Moon Lake, Dart, dressed in a flowing black garb, stood absorbed in the lake's serene waters.
Behind him were three companions, fellow escapees from the Shadow clan, who had been waiting there for some time.
"How much longer must we wait? Didn't he promise to meet us here by this evening? Could it be that he has betrayed us? We need to be on our guard. After all, he wasn't a part of our initial rebellion," one of Dart's companions spoke, his voice tinged with impatience.
He began urging Dart to be cautious, emphasizing their vulnerability due to their small numbers and the potential danger of encountering Ethan or other formidable members of the Shadow clan.
Despite these words of caution, Dart remained motionless, seemingly unfazed.
But after a while, a subtle rustling sound emerged from a nearby cluster of trees.
Suddenly, a figure from the Shadow clan burst forth from the foliage, approaching them swiftly.
