Chapter 36

Caleb Vance adjusted his grip on the axe, his knuckles white against the handle. The surge of cosmic energy that had flooded his system during the peak of the battle was beginning to recede, leaving a hollow, gnawing ache in its wake. He wasn't alone yet. The noise of the previous engagement had acted like a dinner bell for the predators stalking the infected fringes of the forest. Three more beasts emerged from the gloom, their eyes reflecting the dim light with a predatory glint. Caleb didn't...