Up ahead, two guards stood by a reinforced door, their armor pulsing with enchantments. From their stance alone, I could tell they weren't weaklings.
I had two choices:
1. Stealth – Suppress my presence, move like a shadow, and eliminate them silently.
2. Chaos – Rush in and take them head-on.
I exhaled. Stealth first.
Activating my concealment skill, I blended into the dim light. Moving swiftly, I circled behind the first guard. Before he could react, I struck his neck with precision—silent, efficient. He collapsed instantly.
The second one barely had time to turn before my hand clamped over his mouth. A quick twist of his wrist, and his body slumped.
Too easy.
Pressing my hand against the door, I felt resistance. Magic was woven into the lock, trying to keep intruders out. With a pulse of energy, I forced my way through. The lock clicked open.
I stepped inside.
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