As the old master made his journey back through the gate, and while William remained submerged in his work—spreading his needles and spears into the depths of the Medium World—the situation back in the lower realm was reaching a fever pitch of intensity.
William's friends and the guild's faction leaders were gathered in a tense circle, caught in a web of hesitation.
For the past week, their singular, driving goal had been clear: crush the enemy gates on their side, secure stable access to the Medium World from at least three key locations, and then rush to their guild master's side to provide the reinforcements he so desperately needed.
Yet, the news Anna had delivered had thrown a wrench into their entire battle map. There was now a mighty, legendary force from the upper realm active on the other side. More importantly, she had brought a specific instruction from William himself.
