The clearing quaked under the weight of the battle erupting around them. Adrian stood alert, his calm gaze sweeping over the chaos outside.
He didn't notice the envoy's disappearance, he must have used the chaos to his advantage.
Sparks flew as the hunters clashed with the elvin warriors, their strikes shaking the ground beneath them. The magical barrier surrounding the trainees trembled with each blow, glowing faintly as it absorbed the force of stray spells and attacks.
"T-They're insane!" one of the trainees shouted, his voice trembling with panic.
"We're stuck in here like sitting ducks!" another yelled, clutching their weapon tightly.
"Yet, they're out there fighting without even thinking about us?!" a younger trainee added, his fear twisting into frustration.
