A Devil In The Dark

Isadora's wide eyes were fixed on the whip that had nearly taken her head, but it was caught by a bandaged hand.

"Logi!" Nyssa gasped with wide eyes. What was he doing?

"No rules in duels Nyssa, but this isn't a fight to the death," he said. "So don't spill unwelcomed blood on my turf" he added, irritated.

Rav came forward and helped Isadora up who was still in shock. "Are you alright?" he asked worriedly.

"Get lost," Logi snapped to her.

Isadora was shaken but she pulled away from Rav knowing if she stayed her head would roll off her shoulder. It was hard not to miss the murderous intent emitting from Nyssa.

"Go!" Rav urged.

She turned on her heels and ran.

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Isadora's breaths were rough and unstable as she descended the stairs, clutching her stomach in pain.

She turned her head—although she was getting further and further away from the entrance it felt as if Nyssa had followed her to finish the job.