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Nikolas watched as Rei and Cryus had a nearly tear-filled hug, looking away at Taser and scowling at the Shank. He was the reason all this crap was happening, Nikolas wanted to think, even though he knew Katie didn't exactly help. Still... He was worried about Alyssa, but she had to be able to handle herself. Right? He stood as Rei kicked Taser in the arm, threatening to kill Taser if he didn't wake up. Nikolas wasn't big on killing, but he wouldn't mind blowing Taser into pieces. Stupid jerk deserves it, Nikolas thought. Then Katie came over and shoved Rei away, claiming she had seen Splice. Nikolas wasn't sure what she was going, but he watched as she ran off with Taser. Wait, Katie ran off with Taser. Was she insane? He was going to kill her!

Nikolas was about to run forward when a lightning bolt landed at his feet, causing him to jump back on instinct. Lightning came down moments later, landing right in front of Nikolas. He swore heavily as he smelled burnt clothing, and he had a feeling he was going to feel those burns later. He looked back at Rei and Cyrus. Rei might be helpful, but he knew Taser would love to kill Cyrus... Ugh.

"Rei, stay with Cryus and try to find Splice and Alyssa. Keep them safe, ok?" Nikolas asked. He didn't stick around for a reply, and ran off to try to follow Taser. He wasn't going to let that Shank win.