in her face or kill her. Yet I felt like magic would not even listen to my commands. Inside I was furious, yet I knew I could not show it. If I did, I knew I would not exist for another moment afterwards. It was like I was standing in front of my parents who were explaining why I was being punished as a child. I watched her smile as she knew her point was well made.

 

“I will return you to your keep and release your army of useless casters. But make no mistake, I will not accept anything less than these issues being dealt with and dealt with promptly. Any deviation from them will result in your demise. Just as sudden and just as sure. There is nothing you can possibly do to prevent my will in these matters. Have I made myself clear Lord Vane?”

 

“Very...

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