July

"Hold on! Wait!" Venidith halts us with a swift motion, signaling for us to stop. "There's someone nearby, and I didn't detect their approach until now."

Venidith's skill in reading auras is unmatched; her eyes can discern details up to fifty kilometers or more. However, her urgency suggests an unexpected presence, something catching her off guard.

"What's happening?" I inquire, turning my attention toward the general direction of the factory while attempting to focus on aura readings.

As always, a myriad of auras pop into view, but my eyes filter out the non-living elements. There it is—a distinct aura in front of us, resembling the height of a child. Another, slightly larger, appears alongside it, possibly an adult.

"What did you spot?" Hannah questions as she joins Venidith. "My goggles aren't picking up anything."

"Unfortunately, the goggles can't detect invisible auras," Venidith remarks, her face showing a hint of confusion.