“While the canyon itself appeared empty, she was able to spot a few small figures at the top, positioned strategically all around the canyon walls. They were surrounded by the Council. Gala’s heartbeat accelerated. She had to lead them away from the house—and from Blaise—as fast as she could. Their first spell reached her as she half-ran, half-teleported toward the other end of the canyon. There was a powerful rumble deep within the earth, and a huge chunk of rock under her feet became liquid la...va. For a moment, all she could feel was searing pain, accompanied by the sickening smell of burning flesh, but then Gala’s mind reacted defensively, changing the rocks back to their original cooled state. She was now standing on a patch of solid lava, her feet already beginning to heal. Panting, she looked up at her attackers and saw the light of the morning sun glinting off several Interpreter Stones. She felt both angry and resolute. She didn’t want to be responsible for any more deaths, but this was not a confrontation she could run from.MoreLessRead More Read Less
User Reviews: