"Shit." Cursing, I jumped back when it tried to attack me. "Don't let me go." I told Crystal, holding her close. My steps were heavy but ain't taking any risks. I won't stop until I take Crystal to our reach. Taking my dagger but hands were trembling and due to lack of power, it fell. "Dammit." Growling, I tried to hold my trembling hands, "Rylan.." Crystal's voice was on the verge of crying, came, gripping me rigidly, shutting her eyes in fright, "Don't worry, it's going to be right. There is nothing to be afraid of." I whispered, trying to ease her vexation and focus on this creature.
"Please be safe." She said in a broken voice, not opening her eyes. "I will be. Just hold onto me." I said sternly, inhaling sharply to sharpen my senses and fight him.
"Mhm." Nodding, she snuggled ont
