“Hmm, I see I struck a nerve. My apologies.” Sasha looked away sighing a burst of cold, hiding her fear behind her callous attitude. Kaiden carefully approached the ledge as he pressed his back against the chilly wall. Azura’s arms dangled while Kaiden inched his way across the thin ledge. Patches of snow fell into the abyss below as he slid his giant paws across the icy surface. “Be careful. It’s slippery,” he cautioned. Azura moaned, briefly opening her eyes. The fuzzy image of a large bear was an unexpected sight. She quietly stared for a moment, confused by the surreal image. “W…what the hell? I…I really am dying…” Azura whispered in a strained voice. “It’s okay. I’m not going to hurt you. You were poisoned by Glacium, the serpent. I am taking you to safety where you can be treated,