Aldor's felt his features buckle in slight confusion. “Who?”
Gregory didn't answer. He stood up again, fingering his ax. New problem. Aldor looked past him and at their entranced friends nearby. Aldor hadn't been the only one captivated by the sindies.
The entire company was gazing transfixed into the abyss. Dread made his stomach plunge. He followed their gazes to the sindies, each taking the appearance of a different loved one. His friends were glued to the water like nothing else existed. They wore masks of pain and disbelief as they watched their loved ones suffer. Farther and farther they leaned over the edge; it was only a matter of time before one leapt into the water.
“Right,” growled Gregory. He spat on the bottom of the boat, cleaning up his emotions. “We need to save these id
