The man in the cloak stepped forward, his hood falling back to reveal a face Sebastian didn't recognise. He had piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through him and a stern expression that spoke of wisdom and experience.

"I am the Seeker," the man said, his voice low and gravelly. "And I am here to help you."

Sebastian felt a flicker of hope. Perhaps this Seeker could help them find a way out of this mess. He opened his mouth to ask a question, but the Seeker cut him off.

"There is no time to explain now," the Seeker said, his eyes piercing into Sebastian's. "We must go....