Chapter 24

“Oh! We’re getting close!” I gave a cheerful wave as Aria tagged along, skipping by my side.

“To be fair, that magic water strangling thing was super cool. Just terrifying,” I added as I leaned down, examining the track. They were fresh. I notched an arrow as I hunkered down, trying my best not to make too much noise.

“I admit, I try to not look at spooky faces either.” Aria pointed out in a whisper, now crouching with me. Even she was picking up that the time for casual conversation was ending.

Then my eyes opened wide. The tracks abruptly stopped and two inquisitors were dragging off the deer. Crossbow bolts were planted into a nearby tree. I waved my hand as the two of us quietly scurried behind a line of trees and bushes for cover. Aria gave me a worried stare and I nodded, before putting a comforting hand on her shoulder. If it came to a fight, then a fight we would give them.