The war alert waved in the whole city. The dark soldiers ignored that they have gotten under siege and continued their path to an altar where they could offer souls to the dark king, Abalis. In that place, Salidone used to pour the blood of her foe to prove her honesty. A platform surrounded by sharp black sea rocks. The hexes were carved on the surface, ready to devour the gifts from servants.
They chained them with shackles, calling for a dark sorcerer to come and begin the ceremony. He was sneering and approaching. He began to recite spells, a red light was blazing out his hand. He was summoning the dark clouds, appearing above their heads. Derena complained about why commander Suden came to that place. She was terrified and he studied her face.
"Look at me Derena! Don't gaze up." Suden touched her chin smoothly, asking her not to give in because this way it would be far easier for the dark forces.