Jhon had begun to make his mark on the Alliance, his network extending across borders and industries. But with each move he made, he could feel the weight of unseen eyes observing his every step, waiting for him to make a mistake. The Shadow's influence loomed over the Alliance, and it was clear that his growing power was stirring forces that wanted to see him fall.
One evening, while reviewing expansion plans for his trade network, Jhon received a message from an anonymous source. The message contained a single line: "The higher you rise, the closer you are to the edge."
He leaned back in his chair, considering the cryptic message. This wasn't the first warning he'd received, and it likely wouldn't be the last. But it was a reminder that his position in the Alliance was far from secure. He knew that this warning was a veiled threat, likely from someone with connections to the Shadow.
A Surprising Visit