章 82: Chapter 82

High in the canopy of the forest, hidden from sight, a figure crouched on a thick branch. The twilight filtered through the leaves, revealing green hair tied back in a tight bun. The ninja's piercing eyes scanned the scene below, watching the tension unfold between William and the boy with mild amusement.

He pulled out a small, worn coin from his pouch, flipping it into the air with a soft ting. The coin spun in the twilight before landing neatly in his gloved hand. He glanced at the result and smirked.

"Not yet," he murmured to himself. "Let's see how far this kid can go on his own. But…" He shifted slightly, adjusting his position to get a better view. "If it looks like he's about to die, I might step in. Maybe."

He settled into the shadows, his presence undetectable as the battle below began.

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