Ambush

No sooner had I spoken that my mana reacted, confirming my conviction and then escalating into a sharp, violent warning. A subtle ripple in fate stirred my very soul, sending a wave of tingles down my tail. My head snapped up and met Gith's gaze, whose mouth had dropped open in disbelief.

"Something–no, someone–is coming," he said, panic in his voice. His fingers trembled as he reached for an arrow, looking about wildly. "Someone strong!"

I nodded and looked at the demon, who remained focused on me and me alone. "Kahlen, I will give you a chance to prove your loyalty. The Justice Hero approaches with the intent of taking me in chains. He is seventh level and extremely powerful against any who have committed crimes against the laws of the land and the divine."