A Desperate Search

Chapter: A Desperate Search

The air in Adam's room felt heavy as he and his companions teleported back from Ani's house. The tension was palpable, and Adam's mind raced with frustration and helplessness. His gaze landed on Phantom, who hovered serenely above the ground.

"Phantom," Adam called out, his voice steady but strained. "Can you find Ani?"

Phantom nodded without hesitation. Closing her eyes, she raised both her hands in opposing directions. Red energy began to flow from her palms, spreading in rippling waves across the room, pushing outward to search the city.

Adam watched intently, but before Phantom's search could progress, his phone buzzed sharply, breaking the silence. He frowned, pulling the phone from his pocket with hurried movements.

The screen displayed a name that caught Adam off guard—Leo. His expression twisted in confusion. "Leo?" he muttered, answering quickly.