The mergers closed in on Dave, with the Rhicrobird leading the charge. Its powerful limbs propelled it forward, horn at the ready, as it bore down on its target. Just as it reached Dave's position, the Rhicrobird flapped its massive wings, unleashing a whirlwind of dust and debris. The gust hit Dave with incredible force, but it was no ordinary wind – an invisible power coursed through the air, lifting him off his feet and sending him skidding backward.
Dave crashed against a tree trunk, the impact jolting him. He'd been hurled a considerable distance from the factory entrance, yet his gaze remained fixed on the Rhicrobird, which was now stalking toward him with deadly intent. The creature's horn gleamed menacingly as it advanced, its eyes fixed on Dave with an unyielding ferocity.
