At the center of the arena, the wall shuddered violently.
Flesh began to rise from it, swelling outward as if something beneath the surface was forcing its way up. Veins split open, red light leaking through the cracks, and within moments a towering pillar of living flesh stood in the middle of the enclosed space. It pulsed slowly, rhythmically, like a gigantic heart dragged out into the open.
People screamed and stumbled backward, clutching one another as fear rippled through the crowd. Adventurers raised their weapons instinctively, while guards shouted for everyone to fall back. The air grew thick and hot, carrying the sickening smell of burning meat.
Kaeya stepped forward, her sword raised, her voice cutting through the chaos. "Hey! You said you wouldn't attack us until Tyler comes back!"
Her shout echoed across the arena.
The tower answered.
