"Yes, there are small populations spread all over the world, outside of the fortresses but their numbers aren't bigger than 100 individuals and in most cases, they are more animal than human," Allen explains. "We erase them from their misery most of the time." "Understandable," Ans replies. "A group of individuals tends to do anything to survive." "Anything? What do you mean?" I ask. "Anything," Ans remarks. "We shouldn't get involved in this area, we should take the long road." "But that will take us months and I wish to get to the citadel as soon as possible," the angel repeats. "I think I agree with Allen," I add. "Do you?" Ans replies, lifting their eyebrows, not convinced. "Yes," I repeat. They sigh. "Let's go then," they concede. "This is the fastest way," the angel announce

