Seven Stones: Part Forty-Seven
Previously on Seven Stones: Anessa sneaks close enough to the inhabitants of the ruins to learn they are fighting against Karek. Kobb and Anessa decide to enter openly. But as they approach, crossbowmen emerge and open fire.
Kobb dropped to a crouch, left hand snapping his Courser free. Somehow, all five bolts had —
A sharp yet mouldy smell filled the air around him as a leather-winged form slammed into Anessa. He drew a bead on instinct; the three figures were too muddled to fire without thought, though.
Falcon kicked out. Metal-clad hoof struck mangy fur, breaking the creature’s grip on Anessa. She curled tighter around the girl.
Before Kobb could shoot, the monster shot into the air, wings still folded. Kobb turned in place as the creature dived down at Falcon, a scream piercing the air.
Acting on hope, Kobb unleashed the Courser across its path.
The beast jagged without warning, but purple light brushed its right leg. Wings thrashing, it crashed down behind Falcon.
Bone crunched as the horse kicked backwards. Leather and fur slammed into the ground, then tumbled back down the slope.
Falcon stepped to the side, tossing his mane as the remains of the beast slid past.
