Five minutes earlier.
Nova cut through the mist, followed by the thunderous sound of hooves digging into the rocks.
"Faster! I'm sure they are preparing something." She said, her voice carrying her anticipation and fears.
"I'd like to see them try," the dullahan replied, the red light flashing through his visor narrowing. It was the first time this situation occurred, and truthfully, it amused him. After all, since his defeat sixty years ago, no one had approached his living space. Thus, he appreciated this opportunity to ease his boredom by obliterating the two fools.
A few seconds later, he spotted the floating ghost and focused on him, his mount hastening. However, he failed to notice the magic circle imprinted on the ground because of his excitement.
Smirking at their minor success, Adam's voice thundered, "Watch over her, Nova!"
With a nod, she floated away at top speed, leaving the seething dullahan in their trap.
