As they circled the gate, whispers filled the air—louder than before.
Kael heard names. Places he'd never been.
A child's laugh.
A scream.
A battle cry.
Then… his own voice.
"I won't let you take her!"
He turned to Elara. "Who were they talking to?"
She didn't answer.
Because she was staring at something behind him, eyes wide with fear.