ALEX POV "If that's its core, then you should destroy it," suggested Dr. Erick. "No, it's not possible." "What do you mean?" "It's a long story, Doctor, and we don't have time for explanations," I replied, glancing again at the tentacles blocking our path. They needed to get out of there. "I'll make you a path." Using the guns from Quinnie's office, I created a dozen glowing swords floating behind me. I gestured towards the tentacles, and the blades pierced through every four tentacles, pinning them to the wall. "Let's go," I ordered, and the three of them quickly followed. As we approached the tentacles, I could feel the fear and anxiety from the others. Well, I couldn't blame them; it was their first time encountering such a monster. We reached the hallway door, and before it coul

