Chapter 55

As the sun set, the lighthouse began to emit its guiding light.

Darcy left my side for a moment while I rested on a bench. When he returned, he was holding a black robe.

"You could have taken me with you."

"...There were other things I needed to take care of."

His vague answer made me wonder if he had just taken a quick bathroom break. Well, I suppose I should let that slide. I nodded and put on the robe.

After that, we began walking toward the lighthouse.

As we walked along the path connected to the bustling streets, it almost felt like a leisurely stroll. The fresh air helped with digestion, making the walk all the more pleasant.

...Although, I was dressed rather ominously and had a gun hidden in my bag—hardly the usual outfit for an outing.@@novelbin@@

Everything about this place intrigued me.

"A lighthouse connected to a prison... How fascinating."

"It’s a secret only the locals know. Outsiders have no idea."

He spoke as if he weren’t an outsider himself.

"So, you're not an outsider?"

"I did my best to fit in."

I chuckled at Darcy’s jest. Regardless, we needed to finish this task and return before morning. Otherwise, my disappearance would make front-page news.

The closer we got to the lighthouse, the clearer the view became, and the fewer people there were. It was not an easy place to sneak into.

"Going through the lighthouse is impossible."

"Is there another way?"

"There's always an escape route. Sticking to one method is foolish."

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