They were already on the second floor and were nearing the staircase to the first, where the grand duke's study is.
When they were already in the entrance hall, out of nowhere in the darkness, someone attacked from the shadows.
Victor sensed and blocked the attack then sent the man flying, far away from them. His free hand grabbed Eleanore's wrist.
"Stay here, do not move, there could be more hidden." He cautioned them.
Eleanore nodded and tightened her grip on Stella. The same man came back and Victor fought him just fine. Not as good as Caelestis, who could have their heads and limbs flying in one slash.
The assassin was focusing more on defence. It was too suspicious, when Victor had to let go of Eleanore's hand, as the attacker kept pushing him away from the two women.
Just what is his motive?
Immediately as Victor ward off somewhere in the shadows and only the clashing sounds of their swords were audible. Another emerged in front of the two women.
