"Stand down." Alex calmly said as he turned to face Ana and Ulysses.
"But…"
"It's over now, we are allies." Alex intoned, taking a moment to glance back at 'Khanna' who confirmed the relationship with a casual nod.
"But still…"
"Nothing else matters apart from taking what we need and leaving. So let's focus on that."
Ana and Ulysses exchanged looks before finally they withdrew their hostility.
"Now then, if you are done, it is paramount we leave quickly as time is of the essence." 'Khanna' remarked while retrieving an empty vial which she then tossed toward Alex.
"Sure thing," Alex replied as he caught the vial. "Lead the way."
Nodding yet again, Khanna turned and waved her hand, causing the table behind her to part in two directions with the ground below doing the same as well, quickly revealing a set of spiraling stairs that led to somewhere below.
"Come with me."
