CHAPTER ELEVEN
The king’s demeanor seemed to change. His proud posture sunk into the chair as a sigh escaped his lips. “One year ago a great shadow appeared in the woods. The darkness infected the animals and changed them into what you witnessed: monsters of magic and demons controlled by some unknown fiend.”
Will lifted an eyebrow. “You haven’t been able to find the culprit after a year?”
King Arvo shook his head. “The shadows creep everywhere and the animals run wild. How can one follow such an unwieldy path as a beast without sense?”
“Has anyone been injured by these creatures?” Will questioned him.
The king nodded at the general. “Only General Tervo’s men have been harmed, and thankfully none of the injuries were serious.” The general bowed his head and closed his eyes. S
