Chapter Eight: An Unexpected Ally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3

Anne stands silent for a moment before speaking.”I will do my best to help you free your people,” she says. “I still feel that they are held here unjustly. I know the way, and the griffin and leowing may be useful, too. In return, though, I must ask for the stone when you and they are all safe.”

You smile, relieved for the offer of additional help. “It’s a deal.”