Two guards stood on either side of the gate. Wrapped in her invisibility cloak, Nina walked straight past them without a sound.
She scanned the surroundings, then slipped into a narrow path hidden from the guards' line of sight, intending to find a secluded spot to contact Odian and the others.
Ahead of her, Zena had already positioned herself along the route Sal and the others were likely to take.
"They're coming," one of the Black Crow clan males reported.
Zena nodded. "You know what to do."
"We understand." The three males exchanged excited looks.
Zena was stunning, and under normal circumstances, they wouldn't dare touch her because of her ability. But today, even if it was just an act, they could take advantage of the situation.
"Those males are strong," they reminded her. "Make sure you cover our escape."
Zena waved a hand dismissively.
Another performance of damsel in distress. She wondered whether those males would have the same restraint as the one from last night.
