"We should intercept them before they reach the cave. The open field near the cave outskirts would give us room to maneuver."
"If this works, we could significantly reduce their numbers before rejoining the main force."
"Are we agreed then?"
The three cultivators affirmed the plan as they set off toward their chosen battleground. Qatrand straightened her shoulders in mild concern as Elua hopped and danced forward along the trampled grass beside the worn path. It seemed like a lot of trouble to be hiding all that movement.
Over the horizon the moon brightened the darkness just a little more. Eventually they stumbled upon the first wave of regrouped Voidlings as they searched for their lost goals.
It was fortunate that they did not have a dedicated scout-type in their ranks, as they would have been able to pick up the trail toward the cave much more speedily. Hundreds of people moving in a hurry left plenty of signs.
