They had everything planned out. Everything would have to go with time, so there was no room for mistakes or delays. They were equipped and ready, hiding behind the huge trees. Their all-black attire was perfect for the mission and they had their faces smeared with earth.

Suddenly, Jake and Jayden darted out, left and right respectively. They had timed the roving guards, so when they stopped to rest a little, they launched their attack.

Simultaneously, they each whipped out their knives, grabbed their respective guard and swoop! Both throats were cut and the dead bodies dropped noiselessly.

Joe, who had hung back to keep watch and provide cover fire...