The cave was filled with a cheerful and expectant vibe. The Ratkin, under Ethan's supervision, were beginning their training to ride the captured ants. The air was full of murmurs of excitement and the sound of hurried footsteps. Ethan watched intently as the Ratkin prepared, ensuring everything was in order.
The captured ants, now under the control of the revenant queen, moved with surprising calm. Ethan had ordered the queen to keep the ants in a state of submission, which made the initial training easier. The Ratkin, though nervous, were determined to master this new skill. Lyra was at the front of the group, ready to be the first to ride. She had arrived with Yassmin, Aria, and Sara to see the new place.
The good thing about operating near the portal was the ease of coming and going. Not only did they have a nearby escape route, but they also had a close source of reinforcements in case of emergencies.
