Kael appeared next to the fallen Kayden, crouched, and brought his face right in front of the surprised Kayden.
Kayden, who saw that, was momentarily taken aback.
What the hell was he trying to do?
A question popped up in his head.
But then—
Kayden noticed Kael's eyes had turned golden, his mouth distorted into something that etched fear into his very being and suddenly—
"RRROOOOOOOAAAAAAAAARRRRRR!!!"
Kael roared.
Kayden, who was looking into his eyes with a confused look on his face, felt his spine stiffen, then it shook violently. His arms, resting on the ground, collapsed as strength drained from his body. His hands clenched the dirt, but even that grip trembled like a leaf in a storm.
His heart skipped a beat—then another.
It pounded wildly, out of control, like it wanted to escape his chest. His breath caught in his throat. He tried to inhale, but all he managed was a shallow, choked gasp.
His ears rang.
His vision darkened around the edges.
