2025-01-31 00:00:49Shadow smirked, his fingers tightening around his blade. “Since when do I do ‘easy’?” he muttered to Ghost.
The dog huffed softly, almost as if agreeing.
The officers advanced cautiously, their flashlights cutting through the darkness. Shadow observed their movements, noting their positions and weapons. They weren’t standard patrol officers—these guys were tactical, armed with more than just pistols.
Shadow’s System pinged again:
“New Ability Unlocked: Shadow Veil. Temporarily conceal yourself within ambient shadows.”A slow grin spread across his face. “Now we’re talking.”
Closing his eyes, he focused on the darkness around him. It responded, almost as if alive, wrap
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