Arlo's POV
I could feel how broken and guilt-ridden she was judging by the way she hugged me before leaving. No words could have comforted her for she carried the heavy burdens of everything that went down.
After she was gone Shumal Sensei gathered all the vampires and lead us to the portal. The howling and screeches of various monsters echoed from all around the barrier and I wondered how long the barrier will hold.
Dria had gathered my luggage while I was talking to Serene and had brought it to me. My mind went to my family and I wanted to reach them as soon as possible to make sure my parents were safe. Everyone seemed to be on edge. Dria held my hand and squeezed as we walked to the portal.
Sahala gave me a goodbye nod before she stepped into the portal ahead of us and I acknowledged her by doing the same. Shumal Sensei lead us through the portal one by one.
