As Sebastian watched, a figure emerged from one of the cars. A girl, her movements restrained and fearful, was forced to step out onto the cold, unforgiving pavement. Her hair was disheveled, her clothes torn, and fear etched into her eyes. She stumbled slightly, her vulnerability at odds with the circumstances. Sebastian's heart clenched in his chest, and a sense of déjà vu washed over him. It was a shock that left him rooted to the spot as he realized who this girl was. She was none other than Alfin's girlfriend, or at least she used to be when he last knew of her.
A gasp escaped his lips as he recognized the girl. It was Jennie, her once-vibrant eyes now filled with terror and despair. The world seemed to blur around Sebastian as he stood there, frozen in shock and disbelief. What had happened to her, and why was she here, in the midst of shadows that concealed a sinister narrative?
"She… What is she doing here? And why is she in such a horrible state?" Sebastian could not help but mutter to himself. Is it because Alfin is not here, these people tried to kidnap her or what else could be the reason. How much he has known Jennie, she has never been the girl to mess with anyone, especially if it is going to be risky.
The revelation was a jolt to his senses. He hadn't seen Alfin in years, not since he had left the country. He had always been a best friend, but life had taken them on separate paths. Sebastian's return and his newfound mission had consumed his world, leaving little room for anything else. As per what he had heard from his sister, Alfin was returning maybe tomorrow or in a day or two. The sight of Alfin's girlfriend, battered and frightened, stirred complex emotions within him.
Sebastian's gaze quickly darted to the surroundings, a swift assessment of the situation. It wasn't just about Jennie; he realized they were surrounded by many others, hidden in the shadows like phantoms. Using his smart human heat sensor application, he scanned for signs of life, and to his shock the device kept on picking up even the faintest frequencies of body heat that was only increasing as soon as he started surveying the area.
To his astonishment, the device registered more than a hundred humans, lurking in the periphery of the abandoned port. These were no ordinary alignments or potions; their positioning was strategic, like a disciplined army. It was evident that they belonged to one of opposing rival clans.
Sebastian didn't have much time to contemplate the nuances. He was faced with a dilemma; rescuing Jennie was a priority, but he also knew that involving her in a violent clash would be detrimental.
His best strategy was to wait, for he understood that the two clans harbored deep animosity towards each other. As predicted, tensions reached a breaking point within moments, and the situation exploded into chaos. The rival groups engaged in a heated standoff, confrontation fueled by vengeance.
Sebastian's assessment of the clan became apparent as it was leading to the inevitable eruption of violence. He couldn't let this opportunity slip away. While the clans clashed, he moved swiftly and silently, guided by shadows, inching closer to Jennie without alerting anyone.
But just as he reached out to grab Jennie and make a stealthy escape, he heard hushed voices, discussing a shadowy plot. The men, unaware of his presence, discussed a nefarious operation in the heart of the city, a plan that could cause irreparable damage.
Caught between rescuing Jennie and stopping a potentially catastrophic scheme, Sebastian had to make a difficult choice. He needed to ensure Jennie's safety but couldn't allow these sinister forces to escape without consequences.
Sebastian, hidden in the shadows, strained to listen to their fragmented dialogues.
"We can't let them get away with this. It's about time we teach them a lesson they won't forget," one man from the clan declared.
The second person quickly piqued up, "Have you looked at the girl. I have heard she has been given several doses of that. She will be quite good in bed if we get the chance today."
Sebastian clenched his jaw. He could not believe what he was hearing however, somewhat he was grasping in what kind of mess Jennie got into. However, he did not reach immediately. He did not want to do anything that might risk her life.
The tension in the air was palpable, and in the darkness of the night, the mood grew increasingly ominous. The factions seemed locked in a deadly dance, and neither was willing to yield.
Then, the realization began to dawn on the first group.
The leader of the other clan who was having discussion there broke into a cold sweat as he surveyed the surroundings, his voice trembling with fear. "Something's not right. Why are there so many of them?"
The sight of the other faction's overwhelming numbers was a shock to them, a reality they had not anticipated. It was as if they had unknowingly stepped into a well-prepared trap.
As confusion rippled through him, questions arose, shrouded in fear and uncertainty.
"We agreed to come alone and not bring any men you cannot do this."
The panic inside him grew contagious, and the urgency to retreat was evident.
The other members who came along with him could not help but shout.
"The deal, forget it, we need to save our lives. We need to leave." The bodyguard grabbed his boss's hand ready to leave that place. He pushed Jennie so hard that she fell towards the other clan members.
Sebastian, observing it all from the shadows, knew that the battle was just about to start. He needs to be careful and not carefree when he is all alone. He has the responsibility to save Jennie's life as well. The shadows concealed more than just two factions at war; they hid a deeper layer of darkness that threatened to consume the city.