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Author’s POV
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As Kol and Lazlo crept through the shadows toward the guard, every footfall seemed to echo like a drumbeat in the tense silence. Kol's heart raced in anticipation, and his breath was shallow as he signaled Lazlo to halt.
The guard, oblivious to their presence, had his back turned, engrossed in a conversation over his headphones, his body language relaxed. With a shared glance, Kol and Lazlo exchanged their silent understanding of the plan. It was time to act.
Kol cleared his throat, and the guard's head jerked up, his eyes widening as he saw Kol standing there before panic flashed across his face and he instinctively reached for his weapon.
"Hey! Stop right there!" He barked, his voice sharp and authoritative, and Kol fro
