With a low grunt, he carefully lowered both men, doing his best to support their weight quietly.
He then peered through the doorway to check for any other guards inside.
Finding none, the three of them slipped into the cell area undetected and began searching for Minerva.
Once inside, they were immediately hit by an overpowering stench, reminiscent of a pigsty, that made them feel dizzy and sick.
Muffled sobbing echoed through the dimly lit corridor, adding a haunting backdrop to the scene.
Moving cautiously, the three men advanced down the line of cells, peering through the narrow openings.
Each cell contained at least five girls of varying ages, their faces filled with despair and fear.
With every step, they searched anxiously for Minerva, their urgency heightened by the grim surroundings.
Rafael's bodyguards clenched their fists, feeling their anger rise with every cell they passed.
