It didn't take long to get across the city, the streets mostly empty this late at night. Snowflakes swirled lazily in the air, dusting Ein's windshield with a light layer that glistened under the streetlights. The city felt muted, like the world was holding its breath.
Adriel lived in an upscale neighborhood—not the top tier of luxury, but close enough. As the tall, modern apartment complex loomed ahead, Ein's pulse quickened. Something about the stillness tonight made the shadows feel longer, more threatening.
He parked around the corner, far enough from the entrance to remain unnoticed. Just in case.
Approaching the building with purposeful strides, he noted the dim, empty streets. Was it his imagination or did higher-end neighborhoods tend to be deserted?
Ein passed the front desk without a word. The security guard didn't even look up, peering at something on his personal laptop. Ein's brow furrowed. Playing a video game?
