I never thought I would ever be so glad to enter the Shadow Way. Even though it was darker and creepier than the Mistress’ room, I breathed a sigh of relief as soon as we crossed the threshold and closed the door behind us.
“Whew,” I said, wiping sweat off my brow. “That was a close one.”
Lucius nodded. “Yes, it was. Far too close for comfort.”
“That’s the last time I’m going to the moon,” I said, folding my arms over my chest. “From now on, I’m just going to stay on Earth. Much safer than the—”
I was interrupted by the sound of wood cracking behind me. Both Lucius and I turned around in time to see the ancient stone door which led to the moon suddenly collapse into a heap of wood and metal. Only its crescent moon symbol still stood out among the remains of the door, staring dully up a
