Jude, consumed by a volatile mix of grief and rage, paced restlessly, his eyes ablaze with a primal intensity. The monsters, sensing the latent threat posed by Jude's unchecked emotions, stood as witnesses to the precarious balance teetering on the edge of chaos.
Susan, Scarlett, and Nefertari exchanged wary glances, their concern for Jude mirrored in their cautious demeanor. They understood the magnitude of his anguish and the danger it posed to both friend and foe alike.
"We have to tread carefully," Susan murmured, her voice a hushed reminder of the delicate situation.
Scarlett nodded in agreement, her gaze fixed on Jude's turbulent form. "Jude needs time," she whispered, her words laden with empathy. "We can't afford to provoke him further."