The shout drew Eric from his good mood instantly. He skidded to a halt, turned and watched Leeloo dive down into the shadows between the buildings. Bran had already diverted course and was after Leeloo in an instant. The bird had always been a touch faster than him, though Eric chalked it up to what the bird really was.
Alert, the Avenger dropped into the shadows of the buildings too, but held back to watch. To wait. His faint heartbeat never raced faster than normal and he didn't need to breathe. Simply he was just another shadow in the cover of the alley. Eric would be at her side in an instant should she need him, and he knew she would call if she did. But he would let her take the lead until that moment came.