They halted the horses before the dark entrance of the cave and Kaira looked at Birjanji worriedly, remembering the stallion’s previous behavior. “It is all right,” his voice said in her mind. She lovingly stroked the side of his face. Lance waited for her, and side-by-side, they followed the king up to the large opening.

Kaira half-expected to see the dragon make another dramatic entrance. However, all stayed calm and serene. Lance’s fingers squeezed hers in a reassuring manner. She was glad he was with her. Even Shal was accompanying them at the side of Prince Alexander. She wondered what happened between the two of them. It was obvious to her that Shal trusted the handsome heir of Luthania. Was this brought about due to her capture? Perhaps what happened wasn’t such...

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