{"id":4756,"date":"2026-06-07T00:46:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T00:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moviechilltrailer.com\/?p=4756"},"modified":"2026-06-07T00:46:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T00:46:11","slug":"full-the-assassins-daggers-chose-the-boy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moviechilltrailer.com\/?p=4756","title":{"rendered":"Full &#8211; THE ASSASSIN&#8217;S DAGGERS CHOSE THE BOY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin&#8217;s confidence vanished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His eyes widened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the daggers had stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not against armor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not against a shield.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not against another weapon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They had simply stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frozen less than an inch from the boy&#8217;s chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rooftop fell silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rain hung motionless in the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even the wind seemed afraid to move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin pulled harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing happened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The blades refused to advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What&#8230;&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first time in years, uncertainty entered his voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy stood calmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His torn clothes fluttered slightly in the strange stillness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His dirty face remained expressionless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then he slowly closed his fingers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CLINK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both daggers trembled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin&#8217;s arms shook violently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weapons were pulling away from him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;No.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He tightened his grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The daggers pulled harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The metal screamed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin planted his feet against the stone rooftop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still not enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weapons tore free from his hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crowd below never saw it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The palace guards never saw it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only the moon watched as two silver daggers floated through the air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then turned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And pointed directly at their owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin stumbled backward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fear appeared in his eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real fear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The kind he usually saw in his victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The daggers hovered beside the boy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like loyal hunting wolves waiting for a command.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy finally spoke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His voice was quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Who sent you?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin remained silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy took one step forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The daggers followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Who sent you?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lightning flashed across the sky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin suddenly smiled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A strange smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Almost relieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;You don&#8217;t know.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy frowned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Know what?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin laughed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cold laugh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;You really don&#8217;t know who you are.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy&#8217;s eyes narrowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The killer continued backing away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toward the edge of the rooftop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The kingdom has searched for you for years.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy remained silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The king.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another step backward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The nobles.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The Black Council.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy&#8217;s expression changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He had heard that name before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whispers in dark taverns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stories told by frightened travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Black Council.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A secret organization powerful enough to influence kings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dangerous enough to erase entire families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin noticed the recognition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His smile widened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Now I know why they fear you.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lightning illuminated the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin suddenly pulled a hidden knife from his boot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seven blades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All concealed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All poisoned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The killer hurled them at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The knives shot across the rooftop like silver lightning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Impossible to dodge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Impossible to stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy raised one hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every blade froze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin&#8217;s smile disappeared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The knives trembled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then joined the floating daggers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now nine weapons surrounded the boy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The storm intensified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thunder shook the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin stared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And for the first time\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">he looked completely defeated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy took another step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The floating blades followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Who sent you?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin swallowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His confidence was gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His arrogance was gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only fear remained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then something unexpected happened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin suddenly dropped to one knee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy froze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weapons hovered motionlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What are you doing?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The killer slowly removed his mask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy&#8217;s eyes widened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The man wasn&#8217;t old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wasn&#8217;t cruel-looking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wasn&#8217;t monstrous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He looked exhausted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Broken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As if carrying a burden for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;My name is Kael.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy remained silent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I was never sent to kill you.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rooftop became quiet again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael lowered his head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I was sent to find you.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy frowned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;That&#8217;s a lie.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I wish it was.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael slowly reached into his cloak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The floating daggers immediately aimed toward his throat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then removed a small silver medallion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The moment the boy saw it\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">his heart nearly stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He recognized the symbol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not because he had seen it before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because he had dreamed about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A silver wolf surrounded by seven stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same symbol that appeared again and again in strange dreams he couldn&#8217;t explain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael placed the medallion on the rooftop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then stepped away from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;We&#8217;ve searched for eleven years.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy stared at the symbol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rain resumed falling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The strange stillness vanished.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thunder rolled overhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What is that?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael&#8217;s voice trembled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Your family crest.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy froze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Family?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He had no family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He was an orphan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone knew that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael looked toward the palace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toward the distant royal towers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then back toward the boy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;They told you your parents died.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy said nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Didn&#8217;t they?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A knot formed in his chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because they had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The village elders told him that story his entire life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael&#8217;s eyes filled with anger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;They lied.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rooftop suddenly felt much colder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy&#8217;s heart pounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;What are you talking about?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael looked away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As if the truth physically hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Your parents didn&#8217;t die.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The words hit harder than any punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"348\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/moviechilltrailer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-278.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/moviechilltrailer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-278.png 348w, https:\/\/moviechilltrailer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/image-278-262x300.png 262w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 348px) 100vw, 348px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy couldn&#8217;t speak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Couldn&#8217;t think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Couldn&#8217;t breathe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael continued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;They were taken.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lightning flashed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city below disappeared beneath shadows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Taken by who?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin laughed bitterly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The same people who sent me.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The floating daggers trembled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy felt anger rising inside him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The metal around him responded instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every blade vibrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every rooftop weather vane shook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even nearby palace bells began rattling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael noticed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And his face turned pale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Control yourself.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy ignored him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Who took them?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael hesitated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For several seconds he said nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then he whispered two words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The Black Council.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BOOOOOM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thunder exploded overhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But neither of them flinched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy&#8217;s fists clenched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His entire life had been a lie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then a new sound emerged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A slow clap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both immediately turned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Someone stood atop a nearby tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applauding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tall figure wearing black robes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His face hidden beneath a hood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Neither the boy nor Kael had sensed him arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That alone was terrifying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The stranger continued clapping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Remarkable.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His voice echoed across the rooftops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael instantly stepped backward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fear filled his face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;No.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hooded figure smiled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Oh yes.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The stranger removed his hood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael looked like he had seen a ghost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The boy understood why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The man&#8217;s eyes were completely silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not gray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Glowing silver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ancient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Powerful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Master&#8230;&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kael whispered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The man nodded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Disappointing, Kael.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The assassin lowered his 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