Nerio looked at Matthew, and in the end, the boy obediently nodded. Even if he couldn't understand Matthew's actions, he would always follow what was right without protest.
Matthew let out a breath, and at that moment, Ace kicked the door open.
"I'm here!" Matthew's voice rang out. At the same time, a voice as light as the wind murmured in his ear—Nerio's voice: "You'll regret this~."
It was so soft, like a breeze brushing past his ear, that Matthew almost thought he had imagined it. He wanted to turn back and look at Nerio, but before he could, Maya's scream immediately stole his attention:
"Run!"
At the same time, Maya lunged toward Matthew. His reflexes were sharp—he quickly dodged and stepped back.
Maya's body halted abruptly at the doorway as if something invisible was blocking her.
And at that moment, everyone in the room finally saw the state of those outside.
