Deep underground, hidden beneath the Roland Kingdom, was the Syndicate's main headquarters. It was a huge, secret base. Billy stood in a simple room before a powerful leader known as Master 22.
Master 22 wore dark, fancy robes and sat on a big chair, like a throne. The most noticeable thing about him was the rabbit mask he wore. It hid his whole face except for his eyes, which shone dangerously in the dim light.
Bryan stood a little behind Billy. he was still nervous because of the armed guards he had passed and the tense feeling in the command center.
Even though Billy was usually calm, he felt a little nervous. He had given a quick report about why they were there, but he still had to share the most important, and terrible, news. He took a breath. His voice was a bit scratchy.
"Master 22," he started, then looked down. "I... I'm sorry to tell you... Master Oliver... he's... he's dead."
