[Bruce squirms, and Cole wraps his arms around the man's chest — which probably hurts. But getting him to safety is more important than avoiding temporary pain. It's a short distance to the next door, where they can half-hide just beyond the threshold. Cole sets Bruce down then, on his back, angled so he can still see out the door if he turns his head.
One hand on his chest. Not pressing, but suggesting. Stay. At the same time, Cole looks out. The Abomination is moving on. The mages that Bruce saved are scattering. Some in pursuit, some to shelter.]
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One hand on his chest. Not pressing, but suggesting. Stay. At the same time, Cole looks out. The Abomination is moving on. The mages that Bruce saved are scattering. Some in pursuit, some to shelter.]
Unscathed. Safe. Look, see. You saved them.