The sun was up as we made our way to the canyon. Dominic led the way. Zone followed close behind with his hand resting on his sword. Rachel and Gilly were at my side. Gilly was leaning on Rachel for support as she regained her strength.

The air felt heavier here, every sound was amplified and echoing off the rock.

“Something’s not right,” Sally murmured in my mind.

“I feel it too,” I replied with my senses sharpening as I scanned the cliffs above. The silence was unnerving.

“We should move faster,” Zone said in a low but urgent tone.

“Relax,” Dominic called over his shoulder, his tone infuriatingly casual....