Chapter Two Storm is the only Council member absent. He's at the Southern border today, inspecting our troops. I teleported him there this morning and will collect him again tonight. It's a handy trick, saving him a long flight. Right now, speed counts. We don't know when and where our enemies will attack - but it's safe to say that it won't be long. I'm about to start the session when the door bursts open. "Your Majesty, there's a visitor." I frown at the servant. "We're having a Council meeting now. I'm sure this visitor can wait." The servant cringes at my words but remains where he is. "My lady... it's not a normal visitor. He's not even... I'm sorry, Your Majesty, but he's a unicorn!" I begin to laugh. "Is his name Blaze?" He nods. "Yes, he introduced himself as Lord Blaze. I'

