"Shut up! Where is she?" Jason growled, his voice low and dangerous. He couldn't help but give the man the most disgusting smirk that sent chills down the man's spine.
The man opened his mouth to speak, but before he could, the door burst open.
A new figure stepped into the room, tall and broad-shouldered, his presence immediately commanding. This was no ordinary henchman. His movements were measured, his gaze assessing.
"Stop," the newcomer said, his voice deep and resonant. He even had a weapon at his side. It was a short sword. And it stood there looking menacing and dangerous. Jason looked at this man, and then at the three people who were standing there looking like they might attack.
"Stand aside," Jason said to the people in his surroundings. He was not going to let them get hurt for him. He needed to go to them and then get to the part where he finally managed to get to the point he needed to get to. He needed them to be safe.
