The internal struggle of Caroline
The group’s unease
Rhea was the first to react, leaping to her feet with a dagger in hand. “Did you hear that?” she asked, her voice low but alert.
“Yes,” Khael replied, standing beside her. “We’re not alone.”
Senua approached, narrowing her eyes as she scanned the shadows moving among the trees. “This is no coincidence,” she murmured. “Something is watching us.”
“Again?” Liam scoffed, though his hand rested firmly on the hilt of his sword. “When do we get a break?”
“When we’re dead,” Senua replied, her tone cutting. “So don’t drop your guard.”
Ezra stood, helping Caroline to her feet. “Stay together,” he ordered, his voice firm. “Whatever it is, don’t separate.”
The group formed a circle, weapons ready as their eyes darted around the forest, searc
