The moment I stepped into the spotlight earlier, I could already feel it.
Danger.
Not from the people in the hall—but from somewhere far away.
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On a rooftop across the building, a sniper slowed his breathing, his finger tightening on the trigger as my figure settled into his scope.
He was patient.
Cold.
Waiting for the perfect shot.
Just one second more—
“Hands up! Don’t move!”
The sharp command cut through the silence behind him.
The assassin flinched and spun around. A soldier in full military uniform stood there, gun raised, eyes like ice.
“We received intel about an attempt on the Emperor’s life,” the officer said firmly. “Every rooftop is covered. You’ve been found.”
Fear hit the assassin instantly.
He dropped the rifle without hesitation. In panic, he pulled a knife
