“If I wasn't, I'd be bothered" For some reason my response triggered his laughter. “Have a drink" he offered me the second glass and took the first but I wasn't drinking yet till I heard everything. “Thank you" I collected the flute from him and watched him take a long sip. “I've figured out a way to help you" He.... I'm dreaming right? “I thought you said you didn't want to get involved?" I asked to be sure he wasn't tricking me. “Yes, but I changed my mind" "Okay. So how?" “Here's how" he began. "The circles know one thing about me, which is to stay away from my family and loved ones but once you're out of the circle my shield is useless" I nodded in comprehension as he took another sip of his wine. “Good. And that's where you come in Hunter. For me to help you, you must at l

