As Mira shot into the sky, holding Dominique tightly, the air around them whooshed violently, creating a sonic boom that echoed across the resort. The suddenness of the action took Dominique by surprise, her eyes wide with shock and confusion.
"Mother, what's happening?" Dominique managed to yell over the roaring wind.
Mira's eyes narrowed, her gaze fixated on a distant point. "Trouble," she replied tersely.
As they ascended higher, the scenery below transformed drastically. The lush greenery of the resort turned into a chaotic scene of destruction. A large crater lay below them as smoke and lava shot up from its depths.
In the middle of the crater, a figure stood. Androgynous in appearance, with long, flowing black hair that seemed to defy gravity. Their eyes were vacant, yet their gaze was fixed intently on Mira and Dominique.
"Who are you?" Mira demanded, her voice echoing with power.
