The sky grew darker and darker until it seemed as though night had fallen without warning. The sudden change took place within just a few minutes, and a strong wind began blowing in their direction, sweeping through the abandoned settlement and stirring the dry grass beneath their feet.
Mina was now certain this was no ordinary phenomenon. Something was happening.
She looked around apprehensively before turning her attention to Clyde, who remained occupied with the ritual.
He stood in the center of the arrangement, concentrating on the strange symbols and ancient mumbling he was doing.
He seemed completely unaware of the changes around him, which struck Mina as unusual. Clyde was normally very cautious and vigilant, always paying attention to his surroundings no matter what he was doing.
Perhaps he was simply too focused on the ritual. Whatever he was attempting must have been so important that it demanded his complete attention.
