C1568 (3)

The two behind wanted to give chase, but a chill ran through them, as if something terrifying had them in its grip. Instinct told them that if they dared to move, they'd meet a grim fate. So, they could only watch helplessly as the third elder carried the body away.

After a long while, the overwhelming dread lifted, but by then, it was too late to catch up. The two quickly returned.

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