The exit from that small world was a region protected by runes connecting two teleportation formations. The channel between them remained semi-open, easily activated with Qi for a quick escape. This formation was created so that the draconic beasts could enter and exit safely when they reached their limit.
Since Mistie hadn't returned yet, the High Elders on the other side wouldn't close the channel, anxiously waiting for her to come back safely.
Alm and Bruno, upon receiving Ruri's message, were already preparing for the imminent problems. They both activated their tattoos and removed the Qi from their bodies, as well as suppressed their bloodlines, pretending to be exhausted.
Mistie, still shaken, took a deep breath and used her metamorphosis to return to the height she had when they entered that small world.
