"You really are a brave kid, Hide Volter," the master murmured, a glint of genuine respect crossing his disciplined face. "I don't think anyone else in this city would still be standing or sitting on this edge if I looked them in the eye and told them I was here to kill them. Your lack of fear is... remarkable."
'No... I am afraid! Its just that If I tried to run, you would actually kill me!' Hide forced a smile.
The man straightened his tailored utility coat. "My name is Ren Sihue. And you can rest easy on one account—Risa is currently stable. She is locked within our inner ring sanctuary, heavily guarded under my direct authority."
Hide's shoulders faintly relaxed, his fingers loosening within his pockets.
