Two Plans, One Solution

"Are you all right?" Zeir came running down from the skies with a concerned gaze. He scanned the horizon for any sign of danger.

"Everything is fine! No one got hurt!" Agatha exclaimed. "What happened to you?" 

Her heart wrenched as she caressed the mark on his temple. The bruise grew like wildfire from his hairline to his ear. It felt unjust to put Zeir in danger for the sake of these people who were unwilling to fight for their own freedom.

"I'm fine too. Don't worry about me." He laughed it off. He forced a chuckle and smiled at Agatha. "Hydra Five can't hurt me," he added as he looked at her.

"What happened to the beast?" Agatha asked.

"He's out for a while," Zeir explained. "However, we must act quickly to ensure that he cannot enter the hamlet when he comes."