The realization hit Adam like a physical blow, sharpening the pain in his chest. The vibrations through the ground, the subtle shifts in the air—they were splitting. One group continued after him, but the other, larger contingent had stopped, their energies coalescing and turning sharply… toward the alcove.
'No, no, no! They're targeting them directly! How?! How did they find them? This changes everything!'
His plan to lead them on a merry chase unraveled instantly. If he continued to run, Lilith and Ignis would be swarmed in their most vulnerable state. It would be a slaughter.
"Damn it!" The mental curse was a roar of frustration and fear. He had to go back. Now.
