The clamor outside grew louder, and all of us reached the same conclusion almost simultaneously. They've finally arrived. Their heads spun toward me, a question dancing in their eyes as they waited for me to say something.
So I stood, one hand coolly straightening out the wrinkles on my clothing, and headed for the exit.
"Follow me. It's our time to shine."
The girls stared at my broad back for a moment before exchanging looks, a smile growing on their faces. As we stepped outside, a chill night-time breeze blew past as if in greeting. The moon above had a strange silvery glow, calling to us, pulling our focus for that brief moment before it started.
Then, a rustle drew my attention and I turned to see two figures walking out of the darkness. With hands on the guns at their sides, the
