Sierra.We weren't thinking as we ran, the next door was right next door to us, and we ran right in.“Stay close,” I murmured to myself, but no one was around to hear me. I could feel Asher, Evan, Jace, even Rebecca, their essence is in my head but they were too far ahead, they’re already fighting their own battles. The creatures’ motion thrummed in response to my burning arms and my shield around my hands but that didn’t keep it from burning out, not as fast as I anticipated.A figure lunged from the shadows. I had only just enough time to raise my hands when it hit the shield. Its claws raked the energy shield, throwing off sparks, and a sick, unnatural screech filled my ears. My heart was racing.I slid back into a corner, frantically searching. The room ahead, an empty classroom was vacant, but the doors were already slamming shut behind me. My fingers shook as I touched the lock, attempting to override it using my bond, with the energy I contained, but the black vapor was thick
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