The abandoned settlement was already disappearing behind the trees when Serah finally broke the silence.
"How long are we going to pretend that thing isn't following us?"
John glanced over his shoulder.
The black crystal floated several feet behind the group, moving at the same pace as they did. It never touched the ground, and it didn't seem to need anyone to carry it. Every now and then, the thin golden line running through its dark surface gave off a faint glow.
"It has been following us since we left the chamber," John replied. "I assumed you would get used to it."
Serah stared at him.
"Get used to it? John, that thing was sitting above an ancient pedestal in a chamber connected to a creature that could rebuild its body after being destroyed. Then it started talking about the final choice of the Great Dragon. Now it follows us through the forest as if it's a stray animal."
Darius let out a short laugh.
"She has a point."
