Do you... remember this? holds up a faded photograph of the two of them
Ondaxar
I do. What about it?
pauses, her voice barely above a whisper I... I found something. Something that might explain... our situation. takes out a small, worn-out journal from her bag
Ondaxar
go on Feyra.
opens the journal, flipping through the pages It's... it's the journal of a sorcerer. He speaks of ancient spells and forbidden magic.
Ondaxar
how is that our situation?
stops at a page with a dark pentagram drawn in blood This symbol... it's the same one I've seen on your body.
Ondaxar
yes.
gasps, her eyes widening Ondaxar, do you remember anything about a ritual? Anything at all?
Ondaxar
no.
drops the journal, her hands trembling We have to find out more. There's a hidden library nearby, filled with ancient texts.
Ondaxar
hidden library?
grabs Ondaxar's hand tightly Yes, Ondaxar. The library could hold the answers we're desperately seeking.
Ondaxar
ok let's go.
rushes towards the entrance of the hideaway, pulling Ondaxar along Thank goodness! We have to hurry before dawn breaks!
Ondaxar
Feyra slow down please.
pauses, taking a deep breath to steady herself Ondaxar, I know it's a lot to take in, but we need to move quickly. Time is running out.
Ondaxar
I understand. let's go.
As Feyra and Ondaxar venture towards the hidden library, they encounter a group of dangerous rogues who ambush them
Ondaxar
Feyra, get behind me.
whispers, clutching Ondaxar's arm Ondaxar, what do we do? They're so many...
Ondaxar
stay close and watch my back.
whispers, her voice shaking Ondaxar, we can't fight them. We need to find another way...
Ondaxar
don't worry Feyra. I got us. just stay close and follow my lead.
clasps her hands together, her voice trembling Ondaxar, we need to leave now! They're gaining on us!
Ondaxar
Feyra don't worry. stay close and watch my back.
glancing around frantically Ondaxar, there must be a door or an exit somewhere! We need to find it!
Ondaxar
Feyra, close your eyes and trust me. I'm going to shift into my pantera form.
whispers, her voice quivering Ondaxar, are you sure about this? Going into battle... it's too dangerous...
Ondaxar
I will protect you Feyra. trust me.
nods, trying to steady her breath Ondaxar, I trust you... I'll do whatever it takes to stay safe with you...
Ondaxar
great. becomes a pantera
grips Ondaxar's fur tightly, her voice filled with urgency Ondaxar, let's go! We need to make a run for that door over there!
Ondaxar
runs to the door with Feyra on my back
climbs onto Ondaxar's back, her voice commanding Ondaxar, faster! We can't let them catch us!
Ondaxar
dashes out the door and through the jungle
After escaping the ambush, Feyra and Ondaxar finally reach the hidden library and spend days pouring over ancient texts, uncovering shocking truths about their past.
Ondaxar
Feyra what is it?
eyes wide with shock Ondaxar, I... I can't believe what I've just read... We... We were destined to be together from the moment we met!
Ondaxar
really?
drops the text, her hands trembling Ondaxar, this... this changes everything. If our love was predestined, then maybe we were meant to face these challenges together.
Ondaxar
yes maybe. looks into the distance
grabs Ondaxar's hand, her voice determined Ondaxar, we have to continue our journey. There's more to uncover, more secrets waiting for us.
Ondaxar
yes Feyra. takes her hand and leads her into the jungle
walks alongside Ondaxar, her mind racing with thoughts Ondaxar, as we venture deeper into the jungle, I can't shake the feeling that we're being watched.
Ondaxar
do you see anything?
quickly scans her surroundings, her eyes narrowing No, nothing yet... But the hairs on the back of my neck are standing up. Something's not right, Ondaxar.
Ondaxar
stay close. if anything happens just shout. I will protect you Feyra.
clasps her hand tighter, her voice quivering Ondaxar, I'm trying to calm myself, but the feeling of being watched is growing stronger.