The Last Blood Mage

Assassin Guild’s Action

Xander and Atheria huddled in the shadows of a narrow alleyway, away from the bustling streets. The city's vibrant night life provided them the perfect cover to discuss their next move.

"We need a solid plan to get inside the castle," Xander began, his voice low and serious. "The prince's invitation gives us an opening, but we can't just stroll in through the front gates."

Atheria nodded, her mind racing with possibilities. "We could claim to be responding to the prince's invitation," she suggested. "But once inside, we'll need a way to split up. You'll need to find the king without drawing too much attention."

Xander rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "The castle will be heavily guarded. We need to blend in. Maybe we can disguise ourselves as part of the staff or the nobility attending any ongoing event."

Atheria considered this. "That could work. But we also need an exit strategy. If things go south, we can't be trapped inside."

They spent the next hour detailing every aspect of their pl