Last Alchemist
With a burst of agility, you close the gap between you and the courier, your fingers outstretched toward the scroll. The element of surprise works in your favor, as your swift maneuver leaves them momentarily stunned.You stay concealed in the darkness, moving inch by inch with deliberate caution. Your eyes lock onto the courier’s mouth, carefully reading each faint movement to catch the hushed conversation without revealing yourself.Scooping up a small stone, you fling it toward the far wall, where it bounces noisily and reverberates through the corridor. While the courier instinctively turns toward the disturbance, you seize the chance to shift your focus to the scroll.Stepping into the light, you address the courier with a calm yet firm voice. "That message must hold great significance for you to risk coming here—care to enlighten me on its importance?"