Lucas snorted a laugh. “Really? After everything you've seen and experienced, my love, you're still doubtful? Surely, you've come to terms with the fact that there is a whole world out there, hidden from human view? No matter that it has remained concealed – the truth remains the same. These are creatures of the Realm, they are real, and placing those sigils on Zaen's wall will keep them from entering.”
My lips curved upwards in a faint smile. “This would be much easier if you just told me in the first place.”
“Ah, love, if only I could. But I'm more use to you if I'm not banished by Nememiah.”
I gave my attention to those standing around me – Epi, still bouncing from one foot to the other, clearly convinced we were on the right track; Ben and Ripley, who were watching me cautiously for
