"Insect…"
As the first word voiced, it sent millions of people across the world to collapse in place simultaneously because of the overwhelming pressure the voice carried. Mostly, it was civilians who collapsed.
Thump—! Thump—! Thump—!
Zio felt his heartbeat fasten. For each passing moment in between the demon's words prolonged pause, his anxiety rose.
His breath became ragged under the pressure, and his back was sweating. It was hard even to breathe a small amount of air.
"Ember!"
He managed to call the young girl standing behind him despite the pressure.
The young girl, Ember, nodded at him, seemingly aware of what Zio needed from her. The promise. She had to fulfill her promise right here, right now.
She reached for Zio's shoulders, gently gripping them as she brought him down to the ground, putting him into a meditation position.
"Calm yourself…"
