Demon and I burst out of Hagg-Sauer with my folks hot on our heels. My throat tightens as I glance at the limp form of Phantom in Demon’s hold. His face is even paler in the limited sunlight than it was inside and I can’t tell if that’s normal or if he’s getting worse. My eyes flicker up to the older entity holding him. Demon’s red eyes are blazing as he stares directly ahead, his mouth in a thin line. A dangerous energy radiates from the ancient being causing me to wince.
Much worse than before, I think as I focus forward again.
Glancing around, my heart sinks to my stomach as I take in all the damage the ghouls and Lux did to the surrounding buildings. Many windows no longer have any glass, especially the large windows in the Union. Some of the further buildings have massive holes th
