Chapter 288: In The Wake Of Horror

Not too long after,

Just as Asher and the others were about to leave, the teleportation matrix of the shelter suddenly shone, making the five of them turn to look at it.

The gleam of the teleportation matrix was unmistakably bright, painting over the setting sun's amber glow with a spectrum of neon hues.

"It's them. They're back…" Ceti said, feeling she was probably right about her guess.

However, as the light faded, everyone had their expressions change, especially Isola, whose expectant gaze began to tremble as the light completely faded.

Everyone's expressions shifted from anticipation to shock. 

Mirena, in a state of sheer disarray, emerged from the last remnants of the teleportation matrix. 

Her usually bright demeanor was replaced with one of pain and distress.