Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1358

By the early hours of the morning, the rain had lessened to a gentle drizzle, leaving the air cooler and the night more serene. The quiet respite lulled many into a deeper, more peaceful sleep.

Seven or eight shadowy figures darted through the curfewed city, their movements light and swift. They barely left a trace as they touched down on rooftops, their steps silent.

They arrived at the Capital Guard headquarters. The outer guards had already retreated for the night, leaving only Carissa and her companions waiting in the main hall, tense and alert.

With a quick exchange of glances, the group gripped their weapons.

The assassins had arrived!

The dim light of the hall flickered, and as the black-clad figures descended, a gust of wind extinguished the lamps. Darkness enveloped the room, plunging it into an impenetrable black where even an outstretched hand became invisible.

Amid the darkness, the faint sound of breathing and the subtle rhythm of movements became the only clues to the assassins' positions.

Nicholas led the charge, his inner force leagues ahead of the others. His sword moved with deadly precision, cutting through the air in a sharp arc toward Carissa's neck.

Carissa leaped, her foot landing on the flat of the blade as she evaded the attack. Twisting midair, she landed gracefully, her Rose Spear sweeping forward to clear the immediate danger. Guided by instinct and the faint scent of Violet's presence, she moved to stand back-to-back with her, their weapons raised to meet the incoming assault.

night was intense, with only the sounds

could reveal each other's skill level. These people were highly skilled,

like a cold wind: Nicholas himself was likely among the

they had already taken turns getting injured, and they hadn't

fight would

had strong resolve. Any other group would have crumbled by

risk of being separated in the chaotic darkness. Their eyes began to adjust, faintly discerning shadows. The occasional glint

an adjustable length. She retracted it, ready to extend it in a sudden thrust aimed at her opponent's heart if an opening

were relentless and airtight, forcing her into a desperate defense. Every

with ease. However, they didn't slow their attack or mock them-their only goal was to quickly

over a hundred moves

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difficult. Nicholas had chosen to lead this mission

efforts,

points, seeking to end her with one decisive blow. His relentless targeting of her neck and heart, while ignoring her limbs, allowed her to move more

and Kyle had the best martial

enemy's attacks were relentless, leaving them no room to escape, forcing them to face the battle

his men headed towards the Capital Guard headquarters, someone from the nearby Russell Estate had already infiltrated Willowbrook Estate. They pushed open the door to Hayden's room. The Shadow Guard swiftly appeared, and the tip of a sword pierced