"How is that relevant?" asked Zech, who was now sitting on his backside like a stunned child.
"First, we'll search the bodies of our attackers to see if there's anything useful. Then we'll head for the western wall and cross over it into the wilderness." Taking a deep breath, he said, "Or rather, you guys will. I'll go back into town and use this to hide from sight. I don't know if it'll be able to hide me from the demon, but it's worth a shot."
"Why would you want to go back there?"
"To look for Alistar. He told us he'd meet us at the parade grounds, so something must have happened to hold him up. If he's still safe, he'll definitely head there after. You know how he is when it comes to the promises he makes."
"What about my father?" asked Anice, who was just tuning into the conversation at the mention of her cousin. "I can't just leave him here."
"I can't leave Lily either," said Jaden, his voice resolute. "You guys go. I'll stay here with her."
