Attempt To Throw Off

[Fineon’s POV]

I watch with wide eyes as Nix’s soldiers work to put out all the irritating flame pests and then the wall of fire that is keeping me from Fallon. Once they’re finished, Geraldo makes his way forward and places a hand on my shoulder.

"Why are you just standing here?" he asks, eyeing me curiously. "We’ve taken care of the problem for you; shouldn’t you get moving?"

‘About that,’ I begin, taking in the crevice in front of me. ‘I’m not sure if I am capable of jumping this far.’

"Then how about I make it easier?"

Frowning, I watch as Geraldo places his palms against the ground and falls into a deep concentration. At first, I’m not sure what it is that he is attempting to accomplish, but when a large root erupts from the ground and begins to snake its way across the crevice, I understand.

"This should do, right?" he asks, standing up once again. "Or are you incapable of balancing properly?"

‘I can,’ I snap, bristling. ‘Thank you for this.’

"It’s the least I can do," he respon