The Sliqruki paused.
A moment of tense silence shrouded the eerie atmosphere between them; even the surrounding Forest Hounds halted in surprised suspense.
Sylteena stood with clenched fists as her watering eyes remained fixed on the back of the Sliqruki's head.
The towering creature slowly craned its head over its shoulder.
Despite its face curtained by the long drape of black hair, Sylteena's skin crawled to an uneasy sense of its hidden glare.
"How dare you!"
Sylteena's eyes snapped to the side at the sound of Aislinn's exclaim.
The twins locked slitted eyes on her.
Aidan frowned, "How dare you raise your voice at our Master!"
A film of green sorcery coated their marbled skins as their ember eyes gleamed with murderous intent.
Sylteena looked back at the Sliqruki that remained still standing before her. With its head still craned in her direction, it slowly turned to face her properly.
