C53 Chapter 53

As a former mercenary, she knew better than anyone that assassins, like mercs, had ranks—and this one was definitely high-level.

No matter how she turned it over in her mind, she couldn’t figure it out. Her brows knit tight.

When she steadied herself and looked again, she froze—the assassin had moved closer. He was already at the foot of the steps.

A cold, mocking smile lingered in his eyes