The Dark Star Association.
An organization of Fallen who had truly thrown their lot in with the Abyss. They acted in secret, and their methods were cruel.
They specialized in targeting small and medium-sized settlements, using the blood and souls of the living as sacrifices to the source of corruption.
"Pick up the pace." Ian's voice was calm, yet carried an unquestionable chill.
"We have to be back in the city before dark."
"Yes!"
The team sped up, their boots crunching on the gravel with a dense RUSTLE.
Just when they were less than three li from the outer walls of Blue Cave Mountain...
Ian's steps came to a sudden halt!
"Stop."
He raised a hand, and the team behind him instantly froze, even suppressing their breathing to the bare minimum.
Li Yao nervously tightened his grip on his sword's hilt, following Ian's gaze.
Ahead was a pile of rubble, with a few dead, crooked-necked trees swaying in the wind, their shadows stretching long and thin.
