You both seem to have ample skills in stealth. Alas, I do not.”

Hearing her name on his lips, spoken with such familiarity, caused a warm flush to come over Tania’s skin. She ignored it and tried to focus only on Eli, wondering if Alistair could see her blush.

Stop being a fool.

She said these words harshly to herself, determined to stay focused on the task at hand.

“Hmmm,” Eli said. “I see your point. Perhaps we could find another path. I could create a few doors as long as there are passages that run alongside us.”

Tania was already nodding in agreement when she heard a voice from ahead. It was a voice that summoned memories of countless deaths in her mind. 

The Master replied, “Oh, I think it’s a bit late for that, lad....

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