“State your name and business,” the guard announced from the other side of the gate, his eyes peering at her through the small window he had opened when she knocked.
“My name is Elene, and Marden is expecting me! Hurry up!” she snapped. There was a murmur on the other side before the gate unlocked. A man no taller than her opened the door just enough for her to pass. Elene placed her hand on the wood, shoving it open so she could drag Blaine’s body inside.
“What the…?” the guard exclaimed as she nearly dropped Blaine at his feet. “Is he dead?”
“He will be if you don’t help me carry him!” Elene shot back. “Get my horse! Lock the gate and don’t let anyone else in! And pick up your weapon, will you? How can you guard a door without one?”
The guard threw Blaine’s other arm over his shoulde
