Vinnandra woke up to the sound of voices about her. Even though she was unable to lift her eyes, nor any part of her body for the matter, she was conscious enough to take notice of the flurry of activities around her.
"The witches just disappeared into thin air," She heard the voice of the year three group leader saying, whom she had learnt from their ongoing conversation was Ryker.
"Thin air," another male voice scoffed, "I do not believe that is yet possible."
"Permit me to search beyond the lines Society Leader," the girl whom she had figured from their conversation was named Deanera said stoically, her voice dripping with all the determination in the world.
"No." Xander said with finality that rang clear, his voice not leaving space for any objection. "What we are going to do is wait here until we hear signs of them, I do not permit any one of you to move."