Orion had been a step behind. Sgt Gel had already been out investigating for the past month but had not returned. He was actually impressed that she left markers for other patrols or parties to follow her routes.
His appreciation lifted when a jade slip was left with one a week's march inside the forest with observations and it was hidden near the marker.
"Exia, if she is alive, I may recommend Sgt Gel to the Inquisition. She had good instincts and an attention to detail we need in ourselves." He missed the frown but could feel it. He knew what he was doing.
Rivalry was a much needed tool to motivate demons.
All his good feelings vanished when suddenly the markers began to go in a strange circular pattern until they stopped entirely.
The only reason such a meticulous person suddenly got lost would be due to interference.
