Aciel moved instantly.
Bang!
The gunshot thundered across the district. But Raven had already disappeared into the smoke.
Fast.
Too fast.
Several Syndicate members suddenly detonated explosives nearby. The ground shook violently.
"Move back!" Simon shouted.
More smoke consumed the battlefield while the remaining Syndicate members retreated into the darkness.
Clan members attempted pursuit. But Aciel raised one hand sharply.
"Stop."
Everyone froze.
Simon looked irritated. "We're letting them escape?"
Aciel stared coldly into the smoke where Raven vanished.
"No."
His voice turned dangerously calm.
"That was only a warning."
The rain continued pouring heavily around them.
Xylia slowly stepped out of the vehicle despite the chaos.
Her heart was still pounding violently after meeting Raven's gaze.
That man…
He truly felt monstrous.
Aciel immediately turned toward her.
"Why did you get out?"
"I'm okay."
