Night had fallen, the Tower was silent, and, so far as Jezran  knew, only he remained awake. Seated at his dining room table, drinking alone. It had been several hours since supper was served.  Even though Jezran was short handed, thanks to the noble sacrifice of his kitchen assistants, he had done everything he could…

Dusk approached as Argent stood atop the Tower’s roof. He scanned the horizon as mists descended over the city, lost in thought. Several hours had passed since Selene and Hamish first awoke. Ari departed soon after confirming they were both okay. She had already delayed her journey a full day to ensure they were both…