Undercover (3)

They pushed her into a cage surrounded by protective spells.

Vera pretended to be nervous, even though she had nothing to fear. She still was safe. They weren't enough to make her sweat, but she had to keep herself under control.

Pavel was assisted by two people, two guards from the auction. The organisation of smugglers wasn't too complex, apparently. And they would be somewhere close at all times.

«How did you know?» Vera said. «As far as you can guess, it might have been my husband's work.»

«The amulets? We'll confirm soon enough.»

«How?»

«You'll see. Do you need anything, by the way? Food or water, or anything. Don't refrain from asking.»

«Are you worried about me?» she murmured, blinking innocently.

«We need you whole and in good health. You're already difficult to keep under control. Any scratch would reduce your value even more.»