exit stage left

Álarr groggily came to. He thought he was still dreaming as he felt the earth shake around him. As it grew worse and Afi stuck his claws into his leg, Álarr jumped to his feet and screamed. "Earthquake!" He raced out of the den. "Daddy! Dad!" He looked to the sky in horror as he saw plumes of smoke and ash streaming into the sky and the dangerous glow of fire not far off.

"C'mon we have to go!" Afi bumped against him and took off. Álarr, still confused and disoriented, stumbled after his companion. Brynhildr wasn't far behind, flying low over the pair as they arrived at the meeting.