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Max stared at the still forms on the ground. Ole Black’s fur was no longer black, but a mottled white. Celadine’s skin had turned a sickly gray color.
“W-What just happened?” asked Renny, softly. He swallowed hard and looked like he was going to be sick. No one said a word.
The pixies landed on the charred nubs of branches. The ravens landed beside Celadine and Ole Black. In a whirlwind of magic, the ravens disappeared and in their place were Griselda, Esther and Petunia Pitt. Merna let out a gasp at the sudden change, but the witches ignored her. They frowned at the young girl. Their eyes held a quiet sadness. “I have never seen anything like it in all my years,” said Griselda. She knelt down and felt for a pulse. It was several agonizing seconds before she sighed with relief. “She
