Chapter 55. The Cage Of Hunted
The forest was completely dark, the sky covered by a dome.
It looked like the entire area had been sealed off, trapping everyone inside. Every group in the forest stopped what they were doing, staring up in disbelief. Fear spread through whispers as the unnatural sight sent chills through them.
Lucian’s group stood frozen, their faces pale. He gripped his sword tightly, his voice quiet. "What is this...?" he muttered,to.
Elsewhere, Velmira’s team started upward. Her eyes were wide, her fists clenched around her staff. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself. "This isn’t normal..." she whispered, her voice trembling.
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Leo’s group also stood still, watching the dark dome above.
"Activate your bracelets." Leo broke the silence, his tone firm.
"What are you talking about?" Varkas asked nervously, his face confused.
"Activate your emergency bracelets!" Leo snapped, his urgency cutting through their hesitation.
They hesitated, their fear turning into panic as Rowan frowned, folding his arms. "Why? What’s happening?"
Leo’s eyes glared at him. "Something worse is coming—"