Nyala, Briar, Luke, and Zach are shocked and confused by the recent events and the power Erikson seems to possess. They're trying to make sense of how the dagger was destroyed and how Erikson could have been involved. They're determined to find another way to lift the curse, but Jack is consumed by his need for revenge. Nyala, in particular, is trying to be a voice of hope and optimism, insisting that they will find another way to lift the curse, but Jack is not ready to hear that. He's consumed by his anger and need for revenge.
As Jack's fire continues to grow and pulse around him, his friends are trying to understand the extent of Erikson's power and her role in the destruction of the dagger. They're worried about the consequences of Jack's quest for revenge and the impact it could have on all of them.