C had already been taken by the Company.
"A shortened. Only an hour remained now.
And he already knew the cause.
Another player's interference.
The only thing that could alter the course of this quest was the presence of another player, likely one completing a conflicting objective.
Even the time limit was tied to the actions of the Company.
They had meddled—and that had changed everything.
As Jhin arrived at the village square, it became all too clear how the Company had shortened the clock.
"If you don't listen, you'll all end up like this!"
A cruel voice rang out.
A thug brandishing a blade danced around in front of Atlas , twirling it like a toy.
The chieftain looked pale, as if at death's door.
Then, without hesitation, the thug drove the knife deep into Atlas 's shoulder before turning to the villagers once more.
"Look carefully! This is what happens when you resist!"
