Chapter 834
It was also the kind of statement that swept away any thought about the time that had slipped by in an instant.
"What… What problem are you talking about?" Frozen for a split second, Miguel sprang upright, jolted as if by an electric shock. He didn’t even notice the cloak slide from his shoulders to the floor.
Only then did Palmer take a firm step back and answer, "The archipelago’s ships have appeared. They’ve spotted us and are closing in."
"Th-Those things we saw at night?" Miguel asked.
"We can’t be certain yet. I came to wake you before confirming it. I will head up to hear what the others have verified."
"Understood. Go ahead. I’ll prepare and follow right behind."
Miguel didn’t press further. From long experience, he knew there was nothing more foolish in a moment like this than wasting time on meaningless questions.
"Yes. I’ll report everything as soon as you come up."
With that, Palmer turned and sprinted out into the corridor. Miguel didn’t hesitate either.