I felt a rush of wind, startling me. I covered my head and screamed, but the expected pain never came. Instead, I heard a loud cracking sound.

It shocked me halfway sober. Frightened, I turned to see the man crashing onto a table. Atlas was standing by our side, guarding us.

The man struggled to his feet and lunged at Atlas. I screamed, and Atlas immediately punched the man. He howled in pain.

Despite the many stares, Atlas acted promptly. He grabbed my arm without a word and strode toward th