My body becomes tense instantly. I slowly release Maya from my side, but not entirely. I keep my hand on her waist, ground us both. Simon’s chest heaves, his eyes wide with urgency.

“Where?” I snap. “What is going on? I need updates now.”

“To the south. We weren’t expecting them there and they’ve already crossed into the woods. No one was on patrol down there because of the meeting and most were staying on the northern end.”

I curse under my breath. First Luce. Now this? ...