Lula was instantly on edge. "Come with me," she said, beckoning for both Orion and the unicorn to follow as she hurried back to her pond. "Hide here, sister," she said to the creature, ushering her into the water. She knew the unicorn's magic, though currently weak, would allow her the air she needed.
But that left the elf as a problem. She tilted her head, considering him. Then there was the cacophonous noise of hounds on the hunt, a chilling bay as they caught the sent. She grabbed his hand and pulled him into the pond, saying quickly and quietly, "I can mold the water, create a pocket of air for you to breathe. Now quickly, hide!"