Lianna stumbled through the forest undergrowth. Her legs felt weak from days of captivity and torture.
Every step sent pain shooting through her body.
But she was free. After a week of Morvain's questions and slow torture, she was finally free.
"Keep moving," Huangyan urged from behind her. "We need distance before they start chasing us."
The rescued prisoners moved as quickly as their injuries allowed. Morris supported Willem, whose broken arm made running difficult. The two Yanyu officers helped each other through the rough terrain.
Behind them, explosions continued to light up the night sky. Grim's assault was drawing massive attention away from their escape.
"How much further?" Captain Zhou gasped.
"Two more miles to the rally point," Huangyan replied. "Then we're safe."
But as they crested a small hill, the sound of pursuit reached their ears.
Rawr!
"They went this way!"
"Follow the blood trail!"
Dogs began barking, elves began shouting.
