"No way!" Yael's voice shattered the eerie silence that had settled within the villa's surroundings. Xavier, accompanied by two other reapers, hurried behind Yael, their attention drawn to the strange events unfolding before them the moment they arrived. They also witnessed Ziana materializing in front of the magical dome, just as Jackson transformed back into his human form, adding more confusion to the already bewildering atmosphere.
"How did you get hurt?" Yael inquired as they reached Zayden's side. His body was covered in bruises, his palms bleeding from numerous wounds and cuts. Yael gently examined his injuries, a worried expression clouding his face. "Did you engage in hand-to-hand combat with him?" He ventured a guess, studying Zayden's battered hands before letting out an audible sigh.
