He scurried through the streets as quickly as he could without alerting the guards, who had probably already been notified of his disappearance. With luck, he would make it safely to the tavern and not get caught. He skipped the door for the alleyway and bolted towards the end.

"Kawahira! It's me. Open up!" he whispered frantically.

Bricks shifted in place before a vaguely square door appeared. He shoved it open and disappeared.