Singularity

All the Otherworlders were reluctant to accept Lucielle's solution, but based on the circumstances, and the thought of the greater good—not to talk of their innate desire for self-preservation—they had no choice but to agree.

Only Adonis seemed the most hesitant at the idea, but even he seemed like he would cave in.

"I think this is the best option at the mome—" Lucielle was about to say more, perhaps final words to convince the Hero, but was interrupted.

"You guys…" 

Alicia's low voice caused everyone to slowly look at her.

What they saw caused their eyes to widen and their expressions to morph into that of horror. They had considered a couple of outcomes, but not this.

"... You're ignoring the most obvious and effective strategy…" 

Alicia was holding a dagger, her two hands trembling as she placed it dangerously close to her neck. She was breathing very heavily, and perspiration glistened on her soft skin.