Chapter 101 - Waiting on Metamorphosis

Anticipation filled the night as the commander and his soldiers returned to the camp. The moon was low, illuminating the way ahead in a sinister way. With a determined expression on their faces, the men remained motionless while the leader, lost in thought, cast a glance at them. He was aware that they were all thinking the same thing, they weren't done with the task until they found out what had become of their missing comrades. Jake, who was already on high alert with his hearing, heard the sound of hooves approaching the camp's gates as they got closer. A wave of uneasiness swept through him, and he sprang to his feet. “'ll be back," he said and went outside to look into it. Jake's suspicions were confirmed when he saw the commander and the other soldiers approaching from outside. He saw the troops approach the camp, their horses letting up as they got closer to the gate. The mood was tense, and as soon as the soldiers realized he was back, they quickly stood up to give him