An even stronger chill crept through the air, causing the soldiers to react instinctively. It seemed like they had just dug their very own master's grave by spouting out their suggestions a while ago.
But contrary to their reaction, Zeke didn't even flinch. He casually lifted his hand, placing his forefinger near his lips, gesturing Alex to hush.
"She's been awake the entire night, waiting for you," he told Alex. "She needs sleep or else she might collapse."
Gladly, those words were enough to calm the storm. Alex still looked displeased but his dark aura was slowly dissipating.
He was quick to leave the water and he headed straight towards Abigail, gently but hastily taking her away from Zeke.
Once Abi was finally in his arms, Zeke rose and they immediately left the forest.
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