As the echoes of excitement slowly faded, the crowd that had gathered around Ray's demonstration began to disperse. Though their spirits were high, they all had responsibilities—tasks that could not be ignored just because of a single moment of celebration. Even though this new weapon gave them hope, it did not change the reality of their situation. They were still trapped on this island, still facing the unknown, still vulnerable to dangers lurking in the shadows.
Nate stood among the departing crowd, his mind still replaying the scene he had just witnessed. A weapon infused with elemental energy… It was something he never thought possible, and yet, here they were. If Ray could create more of them, their chances of survival would increase drastically.