That was the moment when Devion and Khal finally realized that the situation was not as simple as they thought. Khal could not help but glance at Devion, seeing him also having a hard time making a decision.
Ayen held Khal's hand, but he lowered his gaze.
This was not within their expectations. He understood that point. And Keeran... was not someone they cared about. She was not important to them enough to change their plans.
Ayen was well aware that the two espers could not enter the chaos this early. This was the same for their forces, which might cause another confusion.
Asking them to save Keeran might not work.
He took a deep breath to regulate his emotions. His hold on Khal's hand loosened. Ayen began to think of what he should do if Khal and Devion were out of the question.
Should he show himself? He wanted to dismiss this idea. Ayen had been escaping for years; now, he was back to square one. Was that the last choice?
In this situation, he could only rely on himself.
