Only One

[Third-person POV: general]

[A few minutes ago]

Nadya's heart pounded in her chest as she witnessed Neil getting dragged away by one of the Kraken's massive tentacles.

"Neil!" she shouted, her voice filled with desperation as she started to run after him.

Linda, the first one to react, rushed to Nadya's side, grabbing her hand while tightening her grip.

"He'll be alright, lady Nadya. We need to stay together, and you're the weakest one here. I need to ensure your safety," Linda said, trying to calm the panicked girl.

"But we can't just—" Nadya began, her worry etched across her face.

Linda interrupted, "Trust me, he will be fine. Remember, Lady Sylvia is also there, and charging in recklessly won't help Neil or anyone else."

"You guys done talking?",

As the two exchanged glances, the imposing figure of Grandan, a member of the Noble faction, stepped forward.