Chapter 1786: War Without Victors (236)
Thud! Thud! Thud! In the dead of night, a rapid series of knocks carried far through the darkness.
A figure in a black cloak stood anxiously before the old house, one hand hidden beneath the cloak clutching a wand tightly. He listened nervously for any movement inside while warily scanning his surroundings, afraid that something might suddenly go wrong.
After the hurried knocking, sounds soon came from within. The old wooden door opened with a creak, leaving only a narrow crack.
"It's me, Geli."
After the Cloaked Man shoved an object through the doorway, the wooden door quickly opened wide enough for him to slip inside.
"You shouldn't have come at a time like this." The young man who had opened the door looked at the visitor with displeasure. "This could very easily expose this place."
Geli, the Cloaked Man, paid no attention to his companion's complaints. Instead, he said excitedly to himself, "Our chance has come."
"All right, old partner, don't get so worked up." The man at the door frowned slightly as he looked at him. "We all know they're about to lose their patience!"
"Do you know how long I've been waiting?"
Once inside, the Cloaked Man could no longer suppress his emotions. He looked almost hysterical.
"Of course I do. We've all waited too long. But if you can't calm down, I wouldn't mind helping you calm down properly!" As he spoke, he produced a vial from somewhere. It contained a calming potion.
"Sorry, I got too excited. And put that away, Will."
The Cloaked Man glanced at the vial and ultimately chose to shut his mouth. After taking a deep breath, he still could not help asking, "Where's Nelson?"
"That guy isn't here, but if you have any important