Adrian was certain that this man was anything but ordinary. However, he was perplexed by the fact that all signs indicated that the figure was human. As a human, the figure exuded a chilling aura that sent shivers down Adrian's spine. From that, Adrian knew that confronting this individual would be no ordinary encounter.

"Hey, can you guys run?" Adrian whispered.

The students behind him were initially taken aback but then nodded hesitantly in response.

"Good," Adrian continued, "I'll count to