The atmosphere of the Redwood Estate had remained creeprily silent even after Jin Mu-Seong had suddenly disappeared into the night. The orphans were still holding their breaths, their minds was struggling to process what they had just witnessed.
Han-ju and the other kids clenched their fists. They had never seen Heuk Cheon act like that cold before. His master was always composed, calm, sharp, and even a little bit lazy at times.
But what happened here tonight?
He had been terrifying.
Elder Hwang let out a slow exhale. "This is no longer just a meager orphanage." His voice was grave. "I suppose you are already aware that you people are being watched. The whispers that the Alliance have been hearing are true after all."
Heuk Cheon had scoffed, while crossing his arms. "Tsk… Took you people long enough to realize our situation."
