The area was silent, broken only by the fading slither of a retreating beasts. Just moments before, the air had been thick with tension, magic, blood, and something far more ancient. Now, it was still. Still enough for Vanguard Taco to stop in his tracks and glance around the area.
"This is it," he said, voice echoing. "Right here's where I last saw him heading. Before I peeled off to assist you lot."
Nikko didn't respond. She tilted her head slightly, eyes narrowing with focus. Then she said flatly, "That's enough. I've caught his scent."
Without waiting, she surged forward, boots grinding against stone as she moved with absolute certainty. Rebecca and Raven exchanged a glance and followed immediately, their steps quieter but no less determined. Taco hesitated only for a beat, eyes narrowing in thought.
'What's with her and that boy? is he her 'boy toy' or something?'He shook the ridiculous thought away and jogged after them.
