Cassian was still in a trance from last night, as Russella had made him feel like he was in heaven with her throat. But as morning came, Cassian had to face reality. He was now sitting in a carriage with a newcomer whose name he didn't even know, as it didn't matter much to him.
The newcomer was merely a first-circle warrior from the village, hired to ensure Cassian's safe travel to the city. The driver was Daniel, whom Cassian knew a bit better than the new warrior. Daniel was also a second-circle warrior skilled in close combat.
Meanwhile, Cassandra and Dallas had gone to investigate the village where Pastor Abraham had helped a new family settle into the city. It would take them some time to confirm if those families were the ones who had been murdered, but not longer than it would take for Cassian to return from the city.
