Matias let out a loud, strained groan as his body was pulled forwards. His abdomen felt like someone had poured fresh lava right onto it. 

"I would love to," he hissed, but I can't–!"

The van interrupted his thoughts, as did Iris calling out. He almost wanted to scream.

"Don't just sit there!" he barked at Scarlet. "Help me in there!! And get the others, they're just as screwed as I am!!"