The hopes of a reunion were abruptly dashed from the minds of both Zino and Zack as reality set in. Sequestered on imposing beams within the dimly fortified expanse, their bodies radiated an aura of peril. At that very moment, a crimson swirling vortex materialized, obscuring each other from their line of sight. The reflection of black lightning, erupting from the core of the vortex, mirrored within their widened eyes.
With no opportunity to even gasp in terror, both Zino and Zack, defying the pain, sprang from their respective perches on the massive beams. The lethal tips of the lightning bolts scorched the precise spots they had just vacated, leaving no doubt about their deadly intent.
