Akram didn't move. He remained frozen, just like everyone else present.
Rubayd slowly turned his gaze toward Aphroa's lifeless body, blood steadily pooling beneath her.
Instinctively, he let out a scream and rushed toward the young woman.
"MISTRESS!!"
Zulfar snapped out of his shock, immediately taking a defensive stance.
"TRAITORS! TO ARMS, MY BROTHERS!"
Some of the Oathbearers rushed to Aphroa's side, while the others regrouped behind Zulfar, ready to fight.
The Vulkans reacted just as instinctively. As confused as the Oathbearers were, they knew they had to protect their leader from any threat.
Zofyan called the guards to mobilize, drawing his weapon as well.
Akram remained stunned for a few seconds longer before quickly regaining his composure. If he didn't act now, the Oathbearers and the Vulkans would slaughter each other.
"GUARDS! Locate and apprehend the sniper!"
