Chapter 50 – The Hand of Realms (Part 1)
A man stepped out of the car, his figure tall, composed, and wrapped in an outfit identical to the conductor's. The moment his polished shoes touched the ground, the chaotic noise of the city seemed to vanish.
Each footstep echoed with an unnatural clarity, as if the world itself hushed to acknowledge his presence.
Zane immediately locked eyes with the man. What he saw sent a chill crawling up his spine. That same hollowness. That same eerie lack of emotion behind the smile.
It was just like the conductor.
No… It was exactly like the conductor.
The resemblance wasn't in face or form—it was something deeper. An aura. An absence. Zane's mind reeled with unease.
"Welcome, dear candidates." The man bowed slightly. "I am your escort, assigned by the Delegation. We are honored to receive you today. Now, if you would, please place your luggage in the vehicle. We will be leaving immediately."
