Jack shook his head slowly.
"No. That's not it. He knew our names. He targeted us directly. Someone like him shouldn't be defeated just because of carelessness."
Amelia's lips pressed into a thin line. She didn't want to admit it, but she agreed.
"You're right. Something feels wrong. Even if he didn't expect Venyth, it's strange he didn't defend himself properly."
"Well, not many people know my actual ability," Felix countered. His voice was steady, but there was a hint of defensiveness in it.
"Maybe. But someone like him should still know to you could kill anyone if your bullets land. It feels… off," Amelia said.
The three of them fell silent for a moment.
Amelia's senses prickled suddenly.
She stiffened, and her head snapped upward before she even realized she was moving.
Her body froze.
Jack noticed her reaction and followed her gaze.
His eyes widened as he took in the sight above them.
A blood-red sun hung in the sky.
