The sorceress faced the mirror again and resumed her incantations. This took a long time then, a bright light shone through the mirror.
“The greatest desire of your daughter will be the only way to save the kingdom,” she said.
“Great one with ancient wisdom, my daughter is unconscious and cannot speak. How will I know her greatest desire? Help me to ask the spirit to tell me. Please!
“Oh! King of Portsmouth, the spirit cannot tamper with human free will. They have done their best, let their best lead you to your salvation.” She replied.
“Wise one! Our beloved helper! The king’s daughter is sick; is there any solution to her illness? She is the joy of her household, the treasure of the castle, and a blessing to the kingdom. Ask them. Ask them what they need; we will provide it.” S
