'What's the point of thinking about it again?'
Ashrik forced himself out of the thick haze of long-distant memory. The spring sunlight from years ago faded into the warmth of the late afternoon in the space.
The aftermath of the chaotic morning today had welcomed nostalgia uninvited. He was also too deep into the pool of worries that the memory had tempted him to linger in the past.
But Ashrik knew better. He needed to straighten himself up. Even when Lucille was still unconscious, he had important tasks he needed to finish.
While still standing at the doorway, he exhaled, thinking of their current location. Staying in the northern region, particularly in the forest, any longer was unwise.
Genesis had certainly waited for any news from Helena. Her silence wouldn't go unanswered.
Perhaps, reinforcements had been dispatched to search for her and the team of espers she led. If they were stronger and more prepared, it would lead to another huge clash.
