George.
The moment the words left the scout’s mouth, everything inside the room shifted.
“Cora’s gone.”
Everything seemed to slow down, even Lev looked fixed to the spot. The silence lasted for a second. Then he jolted right into action, his energy level rising immediately.
“Where?” His voice came out cracked, low, like something was unraveling within him.
The scout straightened, his eyes wide.
“Toward the East creek, she left on patrol…and never checked in, this was found near the bank,” he extended a blood-streaked dagger belonging to Cora.
I stepped forward, hurriedly snatching it from him before Lev could, the scent was fresh…it hasn't been that long.
Lev turned around, and without a word, headed straight for the door.
“Lev, wait…”
He didn’t.
I was on him before he reached t
