The hybrids advanced, their instincts warning them of something malicious targeting them from every corner of the forest. The ominous signs should have alerted them that their presence was already compromised. They might not have been aware of the members that made up the rest of Noah's party, but their hive mind connection to their "Queen" gave them the knowledge of the tree that birthed seeds that bestowed unimaginable power.
Despite knowing their every move was most likely being watched, the creatures continued. Their mission took priority over their lives.
Their mission was clear: kill the tree.
Because, to the creatures of the forest, whoever had control of the tree would dictate the ownership of the forest. They believed the tree's fruit held that much power. And after witnessing Noah's strength through their hive mind, the new "Queen" sought to diminish his power before confronting him personally.
