Serina, with her eyes wet with tears, retorted, "You have committed an unforgivable act today, Dorian."
Valeo, visibly irritated by Dorian's reckless behavior, rebuked him sharply. "This was not the plan, Dorian! You've just escalated things unnecessarily!"
Caden, though furious, managed to keep his voice even. "This unprovoked attack has changed the nature of our conversation, Valeo. We demand an immediate apology and assurances of our safety."
Lysion, with a voice heavy with sorrow, spoke up, "Lyria was a beacon of wisdom and strength for our people. We will ensure her essence finds its way back to the Nexus."
The tension was palpable, the air thick with the weight of decisions that could shape the destiny of all involved.