Fight or flight?

"They must have sensed the strong aura of the world seed fragment now that you have combined two of the seed fragments together."

"Liam, we need to leave immediately. You are not strong enough to face them in your current condition. We have to go. Now."

"Liam! Are you listening?"

"We have to leave now! Before it's too late! Don't underestimate the guardians!"

"Liam! Are you even listening?" Her words filled the air, desperate and filled with concern.

Though he heard the warnings and pleas echoing beside him, Liam remained rooted to the spot, seemingly unyielding in his resolve.

His gaze remained fixated on the three looming figures emerging from the swirling clouds of dust and smoke. A bitter smile tugged at his lips as he muttered under his breath, "And where would we flee to?"