‘What is this place?’ she asked, carefully studying the iridescent passageway in which they stood.
‘Thanks, Ani.’ said Jibreel, reclaiming his ardent sword from her.
‘We call them canals. Unlike the arteries – like the one we just came from – you will find none of the blood here.’
‘You mean the red liquid?’ asked Falkai.
‘Why are the walls shimmering?’ she continued, eager to learn more about their strange surroundings.
‘We do not know for certain. It could be because the blood, or rather your red liquid, does not flow here.’
‘Why do you call it blood?’ asked Falkai, who seemed just as thirsty for knowledge as she was.
‘You are an inquisitive pair.’ said Danika with a curious smile. ‘Our shelter is a few canals over. Once we are there, you can ask as many questions as you wish –
