This was an exquisitely crafted trap, not a puzzle that appeared directly, nor did it possess immediate lethality. Others could not rescue those trapped within it, and as time passed, the space forcibly shattered by the ritual would return to normal.
But they could not wait here, because there had to be other creatures in this area. If fish or beasts drinking by the water made too much noise, something terrifying would surely appear within the shattered space.
Though the two sides were enemies, since they had already cooperated once, a second time made little difference. Moreover, Shade's conversation with the Demon just now had been full of strange information, and the brothers did not dare show any dissatisfaction toward this "elder":
"We are willing to cooperate. When it comes to opposing our Ancestor, we stand on the same side."
"Don't make a move."
Shade could tell that Megan was in very poor condition, so he gave her an uneasy warning before speaking to the brothers:
"Let's solve this quickly. I'll cast a spell to stabilize the surrounding space, then you can use your spatial locking ability to secure a safe route out. Once we're out, we'll seal off the area together to stop anything from entering before the space is fully stabilized."
"No problem, uncle. Please cast your spell."
Being called "uncle" felt rather strange to Shade, but the silver cat still nodded. Then it leaped down from Megan's shoulder and turned into a young, handsome man.
This was the first time the brothers had seen Shade's disguised human face up close, but before they could study it further, Shade had already carried Megan onto his back. The witch pressed herself against his back with a red face, too embarrassed to say anything.
Shade apologetically said to the brothers: