Aisha crouched near the mouth of the tunnel, pressing her hand against the earthen wall. The runes on her wand flickered to life, glowing faintly as the ground began to shift and widen.
"We'll need more space if we're sending them out in groups." She muttered, brow furrowing in focus.
Behind her, Julie was ushering the children together.
"Alright, little ones. Five at a time. Stay close, hold hands, and don't run off, understood?"
Skadi crouched to the side, her big tail swishing nervously as she offered her hand to a few of the smaller kids.
"Don't worry! Big sis Skadi will protect you with her fluffy tail! It's a VIP protection service!" She declared proudly.
The children giggled, holding onto her fur as she led them one by one toward the tunnel.
While the trio worked together, Cassius and Carmela stayed behind, positioned near the back of the chamber.
