It was him.

For the first time in my life, I felt a wave of relief wash over me at the sight of Ekaksh. Tears continued to flow freely from my eyes, and without thinking, I threw myself into his arms, clinging to him desperately. His body stiffened in surprise.

"E-Ekaksh, I'm so scared. Please, take me away from here," I sobbed, my voice breaking.

"What happened?" he asked, his tone still as cold and unyielding as ever.

"S-She's here," I stammered, barely able to get the words out. "Please, please, let's go."