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Downstairs, the main room of the pack house had transformed into a command center. Dad stood at a large table covered in maps, surrounded by his top warriors. Uncle Angelo and Lady Meridienne were there, along with Lady Aranis, whose silver armor gleamed even in the dim light.
“The river’s gone wrong,” Dad was saying as we entered. “Marcus reports water elementals breaching near the falls. Definitely corrupted.”
“They’re trying to block the gate,” Lady Meridienne observed. “Prevent the triumvirate from uniting.”
“Aiko and Daedillion are coming through,” I announced, gripping the doorframe to keep myself upright. “They’ve found a way through the Veins of the World. Something’s pursuing them.”
All eyes turned to me, surprise and concern mingling on their faces.
“You’re in no condi
