Silence.
The weapon didn't explode. The children's combined power had turned it into harmless dust.
Dr. Webb stared at his empty hands. His mother sobbed with relief. Everyone in the room was still alive.
"We did it," Luna whispered, exhausted.
"Together," Phoenix added, swaying on his feet.
Baby Blaze and baby Sage had fallen asleep in their parents' arms. Using so much power had drained them.
"It's over," Elara said softly.
"No," Frost said from the corner. Her white eyes were wide with fear. "It's just beginning."
"What do you mean?" Kael asked.
"The whole world saw what happened here," Frost said. "Every supernatural being on Earth felt that power surge."
"So?" Ronan asked, rocking sleeping baby Blaze.
"So now they all know exactly how powerful these children are," Frost replied. "And some of them won't want children that strong to exist."
"Who would want to hurt babies?" Lydia asked, holding Sage protectively.
