-Mefan-
Home at last! Once I heard the wonderful sound of the gate opening, I could only say that I was thrilled and a little calmer too. It was nice to be behind those protective walls that I had built myself, and even though we knew a visit from Ashes would be unavoidable, it was good to know we at least wouldn’t have to hunt the little prince down again. He seemed genuinely happy to be here.
He jumped off his horse as fast as he could and just looked up at the high walls and towers, taking it all in. He had never been on this side before, and it was clear he enjoyed it. Carter dismounted, smiling at me as I joined him on the ground.
“No turning him into an animal if he gets on your nerves, okay?” Carter asked me as we watched Ladon walk toward the garden with the Fire Lilies.
“I can
