(Execution Livestream Continuation, 'The Pit')
At first, there was nothing, as the sky above the execution grounds remained wide and empty, showing no sign of disturbance or warning, its vastness stretching uninterrupted in every direction without giving anyone a reason to look up.
However, that changed moments later, as a faint distortion formed high in the upper atmosphere.
*Ripple*
No mortal eyes could notice the distortion yet, but those at the Monarch-tier and beyond could perceive immediately that the space above them was bending inwards at an unnatural angle.
*Gulp*
The Righteous Commanders swallowed nervously as the distortion slowly deepened, expanding just enough to become recognisable, until something finally emerged from its center, a distant silhouette descending without haste, its presence unmistakable to those who understood what they were seeing even before its shape became clear.
"What do we do now?"
