Zachary's POV

Zachary and Rocco sprinted down the corridor. Earlier, they had been overwhelmed by underlings, and Marcus decided to remain behind to battle, helping them in their escape. He was prepared to make that sacrifice for their mission, and Zachary eagerly anticipated their reunion.

As Zachary stood at the end of the hallway, he noticed an underling, the youngest he had encountered, sporting black hair and the most radiant blue eyes. He might have referred to him as an underling had he not detected his scent on the battlefield the day before. He was a disguised creature of the Shadow Realm, which rendered him perilous.

"I will take care...