To make a cool and dramatic exit, Ava struck a calm, mysterious pose and gracefully walked behind a large rock. Then, she triggered a custom light effect within the game.
As a result, Kyle and Sarios could only watch in stunned silence as a brilliant flash of white light flared up from behind the rock. The light was so intense they had to close their eyes for a moment, and when they opened them again—the mysterious female mage had vanished without a trace.
After making sure Kyle was set up safely, Ava finally stepped away from her computer and noticed several unread messages on her phone—all from Emily.
"Ava, I'm heading out. Meet me in ten at the McDonald's by the school entrance.""I'm here now, grabbing some breakfast.""Ava, where are you?"
Ugh… Ava felt a little guilty. She was always the one to arrive early when meeting Emily—this was her first time being late.
