His Wife

Stefan

The trip is long, and I have spent most of the time explaining to Volkaros what I believe is going on. I’ve explained how Harlyn reacts, and he confirms it could be dark magic.

I have also explained Thorin, and how he acted that day, and even Volkaros was baffled by how Thorin had heard him if no one else did.

Still, he thinks it’s black magic. He’s given me some examples of the types of spells that could have been used on the pups. I’ve listened to every detail, and I’m more worried now than before.

It would appear I was right. Wayne likely used black magic while training the pups. Their minds are likely controlled by it, which is why they follow his whistle so quickly without a thought.

“We’re making a stop, Your Majesty.” Samuel’s voice comes from behind me.

“We’re not, we’re going straight there, we don’t have time for stops.” I won’t delay getting here.

“This one we need to make, there’s something—or rather someone—we need to collect, Your Majesty, that will be essential i