Before he can strike, Callan’s huge sword slams through Nariel’s chest from behind. My Ishim teacher lets out a gurgling gasp, before his body goes slack. He hits the floor, and I stare at the blood covering him in horror. How did it come to this? My own professor trying to kill me. Callan saving my life. Dead bodies on the floor. All because of the Staff. “Are you okay?” Callan asks, touching my arm and shaking me from my thoughts.
“Yes. Thank you.”
He gives me a brief nod, then spins around to stop another attack coming my way. As I do, I see Jeremy running toward the portal. No way, fucker. I grip my dark-infused blade and go after him, blocking his path to the portal.
He swings his short sword, his eyes wild, and I have the sense to duck and roll. Good thing I paid attention in comb
