The boy came closer to her but did not move his legs. It appeared as though some force pulled him across the ground. “You are not the first one to wonder why you were being tested and compared yourself to them. I’ve seen all sorts of wizards and witches over the years. Most of them don’t want to be here. They’re afraid.”
Phoebe glanced around. “I can understand that. It’s in the middle of the night, there’s no one else around, and I’m in a strange forest with a giant crystal sticking out of the ground that is pulsing with a magical glow. Definitely, not my favorite place to be. Alone.”
“Are you ready for your test?” He stopped moving toward her and waited for her response.
“I’m not sure to be honest.” Phoebe rubbed the side of her arms, and her shoulders slumped forward. “I’m afraid tha
