“Sir, Scarlet Star's forces are converging on our headquarters!” Willie burst into the courtyard, breathless.

Clement shot to his feet, sensing trouble. Scarlet Star had never paid them much heed before, so why the sudden aggression? "What's happening?" he demanded.

"I'm not sure. They just started pouring in," Willie explained frantically.

Boom!

A resounding crash echoed nearby as the wooden door of the courtyard was violently kicked open. Though Adrian's appearance had driven away some pat