'I've had about enough of this,' Cade gritted his teeth in frustration.
Something had to change, or else their numbers would be withered down until there was nothing left.
The draconic leader stood to his full height, paying less attention to the injured student on the ground. A palpable change occurred in the Leader's demeanour.
"Change of plans. We'll brace ourselves against one wall of the valley. That will reduce the points of attack that can be made by the wolves and bolster our defences."
"What about him?" Sophie asked.
The latent dragon eyed his Squad mate, "Can you still fight?"
The boy rolled onto his fours and hopped up on his good leg, brandishing an obsidian falchion in a stance that relied solely on his good leg. Cade's eyes widened, impressed.
While unable to summon his 'attire', this student had been able to summon his weapon.
Through pain and grit, he answered, "I can."
