The snarls got worse. As Kael circled Riven like a hungry dog, his claws hit stone. Kael had hit Riven first, and blood was dripping from his shoulder. "Stop!" As Elara stepped in front of them, her voice cracked. "This is madness!" Omega didn't hear her, though. Their eyes were red with anger. There was danger in the air. Kael charged forward with a roar that made the trees sway. Riven met him halfway, their bodies slamming together with bone-crushing force.