The sound of sirens tore through the tranquility of Rune Mountains.
Leon Estherland clung to the rock wall, sweat mixed with dust flowing down his temples, dripping on the ancient runes glowing under his feet. His breathing was very light, but he could clearly hear his racing heart - a rhythm of fear and excitement.
Five meters away, an adult rune bear was frantically hitting the protective barrier at the entrance to the ruins. Its entire body was covered with red rune patterns, and every impact shook the entire cave to pieces. The blue light on the barrier was dimming at a speed visible to the naked eye.
"Hold on, Leon!" Lina's anxious voice came from the communication rune, "Support will be here soon!"
