100: Evil Intention

Alexa Harlow extended his hand and helped me climb the last ledge of the cliff. I was panting, and sweat dripped from my temples. My braided hair was damp along the edges of my face. We sneaked back into Silver Moon through the western cliff. Alastair still seemed unaware that this cliff was actually a labyrinth. Even if he knew, he didn’t seem to care because the western forest was so dark and empty without a single soldier guarding. “Wasn’t this too quiet? Last time Alastair fought us in front of Mrs. Geeny’s house. Shouldn’t he place guards here?” I whispered to Harlow. “Stay alert,” Harlow said. He pointed to the light in the distance that moved wildly. Strange roars boomed from far, and piercing howls echoed incessantly. The troops led by Julius had begun the battle at the front gate. They all hoped their sacrifice would open the way for us to penetrate straight into the enemy’s core. “Come on,” Harlow patted my shoulder and walked ahead, treading the darkness of the Silver Moon f