Chapter 96

Tessa’s frustration was evident as she glanced back at the fallen bodyguards lining the hallway. "You’re the one who injured them, so they won’t be too much trouble for me. But you—if you don’t leave now, they’ll find you before you can even get out of the city."

Adam nodded, his face serious. "Alright. Take care of yourself, Tessa."

"Just go," she insisted, her voice softer, almost reluctant. "Before it's too late."

Adam cast one last look at her, his gaze lingering. "I will. But… don’t let anyone push you around. You deserve better than all this."

He wasn't scared of Wilfred or the Darkclaw, they were only a small fries. Stacey had recently informed him that many powerful underground organizations had arrived in Storm City, after the news of the amulet in his custody was revealed. Some may be even after his life.

Tessa swallowed, unsure of how to respond. Before she could find the words, Adam turned and left, disappearing into the corridor. She exhaled a heavy sigh, a mixture of rel
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