A man had taken a step forward, he was a tall, broad shouldered martial artist with a firm look on his face. His dark blue robes had the emblem of the Murim Alliance stuck on it.
"I am Cho In-guk, captain of the Murim Alliance reinforcements," he said, his voice had a hint of authority. "By order of the Alliance Elders, we were stationed here to protect Redwood Estate and its inhabitants."
Heuk Cheon stepped forward, his presence alone was enough to make the guards tremble. Even if he had barely glanced at them.
"You are late."
Cho In-guk's expression, however, did not change, but the slight bit clench of his jaw gave him away. "I apologize, we were unaware of the severity of the situation."
Baek Seol while crossing her arms. "Then you must be blind."
A flash of irritation had passed over In-guk's face, but he let it slide. Instead, he turned around to observe the orphans of the estate. His gaze was lingering on their weapons and the blood on their clothes.
