Kaira breathed a silent sigh of relief when the man continued walking softly across the room. He turned down a corridor, making his way to a part of the castle she had not seen. What should I do now, she thought, there is no one around and I am sure he is here to cause trouble. She racked her brain for an answer and then recalled Giska. Would her newfound power reach that far though? There’s only one way to find out, she told herself.

“Giska?”

There was nothing but the sound of her heart, pounding madly. Maybe if I concentrate harder. She took a couple of deep breaths, keeping them even, and felt her panic and fear subsiding. I can do this, she told herself confidently. After all, I was able to calm Birjanji when we encountered Brule...

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