After causing chaos at the Azure Dragon Division, my next destination was naturally my quarters.
It was late, and I wasnât in the best condition physically.
Plus, I had things to discuss with Song Hojung, so I began heading back with my men following behind.
"Whatâs this?"
As I walked, something caught my attentionâit felt off.
Looking around, I heightened my senses.
But there was nothing.
The dimly lit lanterns illuminated the night, and the faint rustle of insects in the area was the only thing breaking the silence.
So what felt wrong?
It was the quiet.
"Why is there no one here?"
Just a while ago, Iâd seen men stationed at various checkpoints along the paths. This was the time when patrols shouldâve been visible, yet there wasnât a soul to be seen.
Frowning at the peculiarity, I turned and called out.
"Hey."
The men behind me flinched as if startled. All I did was call out, so why were they so on edge?
Scanning the group, I focused on Song Hojung, who stood closest.
"Where is everyone?"
"I-Iâm not sure⦠Iâll check immediately!"
Song Hojung looked genuinely perplexed. To be fair, he had been with me at the Azure Dragon Division, so there was no way he could know.
As he moved to investigate, I stopped him with a raised hand.