We wait to make sure that the coast is clear for us to slip out, but I get more nervous with every second that passes. I know I’m running out of time. Angelo jumps up and runs toward me as we hear the angry mob storming the castle inside. We press ourselves against the wall, staying in the shadows as we listen for the gruesome scene to progress.
Then, the screaming begins.
Our victorious smiles slowly fade away to looks of horror as the pained screams of dying guards fills the air. We look at each other in shock when we realize what we’ve done. We’ve sent those guards straight into a trap. We knew she was dangerous, but we had no idea just how powerful she is.
A few of the guards come bursting through the door again with looks of sheer terror in their eyes, clambering over each other a
