Khirak inhaled deeply, his needle-sharp teeth grit. He turned to his men, all of whom were lounging around the area. Some were still asleep. Drawing one of his guns, Khirak fired a shot into the air. That sure got their attention.<br/><br/>"Get up, maggots," he growled. "We have to move NOW." He took out his other gun and aimed both at his soldiers. "Or I'll make your lives a living Hell."<br/><br/>His men obeyed after that. Khirak began to head off into the mountains. He sensed several strong Light auras.<br/><br/><br/>Anej was finally with earshot. Looking down, she saw a young man standing amidst a barren landscape. Swooping down toward a tree, she landed agilely upon a sturdy branch and leaned forward, watching and waiting, her tail flicking anxiously.