Dean Bruce and Krupp continued their interrogation of Shadow Fiend. However, no matter how many questions they asked, Shadow Fiend steadfastly denied knowing the exact location of the secret base.
As the minutes ticked by, the atmosphere in the interrogation room grew increasingly tense. Dean Bruce knew they couldn't keep this up much longer. They needed to find a breakthrough, and fast.
Just then, Prolo Hawthorne burst into the room. "Professor! We've found a lead!"
Dean Bruce and Krupp's attention snapped to him, their spirits lifted. "What lead? Quickly, tell us!"
Prolo Hawthorne gasped for breath, then explained, "We found some hidden symbols and numbers on those charred pages. After analyzing them, we believe they might be coordinates leading to the secret base!"
