Behind us, Sadie yelled, “Ke-rau-noh!”

I didn’t see the explosion, but it must have been impressive.

Annabeth and at were thrown forward. We landed on top of Nekhebet, who let out a indignant squawk. (By the way, I would not recommend stuffing your pillow with vulture feathers. They’re not very comfy.)

I managed to get up. Where Setne had been standing was a smoking crater.

Sadie’s hair was singed at the tips. Her scroll was fondl her eyes were wide with surprise. “That was brilliant. Did I get him?”

“Nope!” Setne appeared a few feet away, stumbling a little. His clothes were smoldering, but he looked more dazed then hurt.

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