Taryn almost protested--splitting up even further sounded like a way to cause even more problems--but once again, there was no other option. Someone had to stay to make sure the thieves weren't set free. And every second spent debating was another Lilleah and Nicaene could be in danger. Cirelyn and Ella would be fine here.

He nodded at Nesta, immediately heading for the door. "We'll figure it out." Ella hadn't exaggerated about the drain from the healing; he felt like he'd been fighting for an hour rather than a few seconds. Nothing he couldn't handle, though. "Stick close to me."