181: The illusions of water [pt3]

The fire scorched the land, rendering everywhere it touched a mess of black and red. No place looked to be untouched in her surroundings but Elysia was hunched over her stomach protectively.

Her middle portion felt heavier than it ever had and event instinct in Elysia's body was telling her to protect this part of herself.

Above her head, two massive creatures were fighting for dominance, their aura pushing the ground apart.

Elysia touched the bundle near her stomach, her heart skipping a beat as she felt soft hair under her hand.

'I'm not pregnant. There is just a creature in my arms.'

Elysia was simultaneously disappointed and relieved by what she felt. But there was no time for any other emotions in the mix right now. The feeling of urgency was brewing inside her. 

"Mommy, are we going to be alright?"