I could feel the palpable tension surrounding everyone, an electric atmosphere thick with uncertainty and apprehension. Many of the faces were unfamiliar; I had never seen them before, yet their collective presence spoke volumes about how serious the situation had become. It struck me that Axel must have gathered every capable warrior he could find, all drawn together to support me in this vulnerable moment.
As I lay there, staring blankly up at the vast sky, my thoughts swirled like the clouds above. I sensed a subtle yet unmistakable shift in Axel’s energy. The usual confidence in his demeanor had faltered, replaced by a deepening concern that radiated from him in waves. Jordan rushed over, urgency marking his every movement, and handed Axel a clean pair of shorts, which Axel accepted w
