She began to rock back and forth in her chair—a slow, soothing motion that belied the furious pace of her thoughts. Sensing that the time for questions had passed, Lathwi got up and hobbled out of the room. After all that talking, she was ready for a nap. G In the morning, Lathwi emerged from her room at an eager clip, hoping to catch Liselle in another expansive mood. She had learned a lot yesterday, but not nearly enough to satisfy her appetites. The faster she learned, the sooner she’d have wings! She found the sorceress standing near the kitchen door with her arms crossed over her chest. A long moment passed before she became aware of Lathwi’s presence, and even then, it seemed as if she were looking elsewhere. “Good morning, Lathwi,” she said, as she meandered back toward the tabl

