Thunder exploded like a nuclear strike. It cracked the night sky in two, carrying with lightning that brought back a brief day-like exposure.
The two guards, dressed in smart suits and wearing shades, stood by the hospital entrance, their hands crossed in front of them.
"Listen to me, please—just this once," Darian said, trying to force his way through the blocked path.
Jade turned and threw an emotionless glance at Darian. The heel of his right leg hovered while only the tip of his boot touched the ground.
"Do justice to that rat," Jade uttered, then continued toward the Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail.
Darian bowed repeatedly, then rushed to the vehicle after raising his head and seeing the guards.
As he walked out of Bastion Hospital, Leon was also descending the stairs to the ground floor. He slowed his steps and watched Darian drive off with the Baek members.
