Both Nyx and Adam rushed toward the back, though really, it was more like Nyx dragging his ass along. On their way, they passed a few other girls, exchanged quick hellos, then kept it moving.
Eventually, they reached the backdoor. Standing guard was a strange figure.
The man was cloaked in deep red, his face hidden in shadow. It didn't take much for either Adam or Nyx to realize this guy was probably part of some creepy cult.
"Halt there. No one is allowed past this point."
The man spoke in a flat, serious tone.
Nyx and Adam exchanged a glance. Then Adam leaned in and whispered into her ear.
"May I?"
Nyx smirked.
"Sure… go ahead."
With that, she let him go. And Adam walked up to the cloaked man and said cheerfully.
"Hello there, mister. Can we pass, please?"
The man shrugged and replied dryly.
"No one is allowed past this point. Just get lost, kid. There is a very important meeting going on right now."
Adam sighed.
