Feral on the Ice
The Shadow in the Deep
As Kael prepared for the descent into the tectonic depths of Oakhaven, a new monitor on Rhys’s desk began to pulse a dark, rhythmic violet.
"Rhys, what is that?" Cole asked, pointing to the screen.
"It’s the Trench-King," Rhys whispered. "The harmonization stabilized it, but it didn't make it a pet. It’s moving. It’s heading toward the volcanic vent."
"It’s not attacking," Sif said, her blue eyes narrowing. "It’s protecting its territory. The Trench-King lives on the heat of the vents. If Kael tries to open that valve, he’s not just fighting physics. He’s fighting the god of the Deep."