Sabine and Janius were beginning to fear the worst. When Meesei returned, the news was better, but still dire. Ahnasha and Fendros had been taken straight from under their noses.

Making sure that Nuulanth was properly supported, Sabine slid out from under her arm, turned, and nodded to her. "Don't die," she murmured one last time before joining Lorag.

There was little hesitation from Janius to get moving. He was still concerned about Kaleeth, but priorities had shifted. Janius looked to Kaleeth as he moved. "It might help to keep your thoughts with Ahnasha and Fendros while we need to help them. I don't know whether it helps control or whether it's pack instinct, but staying determined like this helps me with the temptations sometimes. It will be worth a try. And Kaleeth..." Janius put a hand on Kaleeth's shoulder and stopped for a moment, "You're doing well." He gave a smile and resumed to catch up with Lorag.