Inside the waiting chamber, Cecilia and Lirae could hear the muffled noise of the auction that was going on with high energy.
The sounds of bidding, of hunger and greed. It was clear from the waiting chamber, making the wait all the more agonizing.
Cecilia squeezed Lirae's trembling hand.
"Stay with me. No matter what happens, we move together."
The latter nodded, determined to escape with her.
The auction continued. One by one, captives were displayed and sold. With every passing moment, the air grew heavier.
Cecilia and Lirae waited for their turn. However, even they couldn't foresee the sudden turn of events that completely derailed their plans.
BOOOMM...
A thunderous explosion rocked the building. Walls cracked, and the ceiling trembled violently as dust and debris rained down.
Then came the screams.
"What's happening?!"
Before anyone could answer, a second explosion ripped through the hall.
There was fire, there was smoke, there was chaos everywhere.
