ZeroVeil barely had time to react as the spell ignited in Eldra's hand. The crackling chains of fiery energy lashed out, illuminating the room like a flash of lightning.
"What the hell?!" ZeroVeil dove to the side, instincts screaming as the spell shot past him. The heat grazed his arm, singeing the air with an acrid smell.
His mind raced. This woman… I knew it was a mistake getting involved with her. She's completely insane! I—
Before his thoughts could spiral further, a sharp sound caught his attention. The spell wasn't aimed at him. No, it had struck something behind him. He barely had time to turn before another force hit him square in the back.
"Wha—?" he gasped as the spell shoved him forward, right into Eldra's arms.
