Chapter 3424

"Hurry!" one of the figures urged, prompting those around him to quicken their pace as they headed toward a secluded part of the city.

This was the old town area, home to the city's most impoverished residents. At this late hour, it seemed completely deserted. Yet, these shadowy figures moved swiftly through the area. Soon, they reached the front of a small house.

Without hesitation, they broke down the door and kidnapped a little girl inside. From start to finish, they made no sound aside from the initial crash of the door. After that, the figures quickly disappeared into the darkness.

Adrian had witnessed everything. He chose not to intervene and instead followed them with his consciousness. He wanted to know what they were up to, so he chose to remain in the shadows.

The next morning, Mark appeared looking distressed.

Adrian asked, "What's troubling you, Lord Mark?"

"Mr. Adrian, I need your help!" Mark said.

"Whatever it is, just say it," Adrian replied calmly.

Mark sighed a