Adrian's casual explanation failed to fully convince the guards, given his earlier ruthless display. Moreover, considering the significance of the day's event, their suspicions of him deepened.

"Please, leave this place," the leader of the guards reiterated firmly.

Adrian sighed, reluctant to engage in conflict before meeting with Blake, but it seemed that it was inevitable. Though he could easily bypass the guards and enter the inn clandestinely, such underhanded tactics weren't his style.

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