Thalira and I made our way back to the inn, the adrenaline from the fight still coursing through my veins. The streets were quieter now, the afternoon sun casting long shadows on the cobblestones. We walked in silence, each of us lost in our own thoughts. When we reached the inn, we found Lise and Zaya waiting for us in the common area.
Lise's eyes widened when she saw us. "What happened? You both look like you've been through a war."
Thalira gave a tired smile. "In a way, we have. We were attacked by a rogue demon that transformed into something monstrous. It was... intense."
Zaya leaned forward, concern etched on her face. "Are you both alright?"
I nodded, though I could still feel the tension in my muscles. "We're fine, thanks to Thalira. She took him down, but there's something you all need to know."
Thalira took a deep breath and continued. "The demon knew who we are. He was specifically targeting us. This wasn't a random attack."
