Rowan froze, tensing herself ready to take the brute of the attack. But no blow landed and a soft warmth enveloped her. She glanced over her shoulder, eyes growing wide at the sight of the shield over the two girls. 

Her head snapped up at the words from beyond the arch. Rowan didn't hesitate, grabbing the girl from under her and lifting her up. She launched them both towards the archway, a red, flaming sword appearing where Rowan once was. 

The teen stumbled right before the opening, causing her to go stumbling with the other girl in her arms. She turned, trying to take as much of the impact as possible.