Chapter 149

"Back alleys?" He asked. I looked at the young stag. He was still sucking on the chalk cube, without a care in the world. "Yeah." I responded. We took a detour, taking a lengthy route through the long isolated alleys of the middle ring. Not a soul was present here, not even people peeking out of their windows. These alleys were just underutilized compared to those of the lower ring which is where the vast majority of all the underhanded activities happened. If you wanted to sneak something into the upper levels, this was definitely the way to do it. Not long after, we approached the fence of the Black Pastures, the very rear of the Ion Subdivision. We could see noblemen on their horses as well as noblemen flying there raptors. "We're almost there. It's been smooth strolling so far." Mercury said. I looked at him in dismay. "Don't curse us." I sighed. "I think we'll be fine." He laughed. He led the way around the miles of gates and we entered the property. Not an eye was turned to us as