25
Maxon
I stand on the cobblestone courtyard before one of Zephyr’s infirmaries. There are a s**t-ton of these places around here. I could search for days and not find Lianna.
Good thing I found these kids instead.
A couple of Air Valta boys stand guard at the infirmary door. It’s obvious they know where Lianna is and won’t say anything. Stubborn little guys. I’ve been negotiating with them for too long already. Hell, I called down enough lightning to smash down three trees and burst up a cistern. At least, the kids are softened up now. Dragon roars are now carrying in from the battlefield, so that’s helping to loosen them up, too. One more round of threats and they’ll be ready to talk.
“Where is she?” I ask.
The kids look at each other, their eyes wide with terror. Neither replies.
