Aurelia was still asleep in her room. It was not very surprising she didn't sensed Zephyr.

  Zephyr, the Shadow Reaper, turned to face me.

  He was **Eclipse’s top assassin.**

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  A master of **dark magic and stealth kills.** He was a predator.

  His **red eyes** gleamed with amusement. **"You are not my target. Walk away."**

  I smirked. **"And let you kill the Saintess? Sorry, but not happening.*** I still have some use for her

  I drew my **gun and sword.** **"You wanna do this the hard way?"** Then let me show you John Wick way.

  Zephyr **sighed.** **"Very well."**

  Then—

  **He vanished.**

  Shit!

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