When she lifted her head, her eyes had returned to normal. I waited a beat, but only silence followed.
“I was expecting a little bit more of a song and dance from a prophetic vision.”
“You will respect our magic,” the Crone rumbled, and the house shook. That was more like it.
“Can you provide more details? What the darkness is? What I need strength for?”
“I do not know.”
I stared at Anna again. “Well, she found me, assuming that I’m her shadow. So everything will be fine. I promised Anna her freedom. Will she be all right?”
The Crone straightened. “Her freedom?”
“Her price for bringing me here. She gets to live her life as a rogue.” My stomach twisted. “Maybe she can stay here with you.” Away from whatever darkness was rising.
“You must keep her with you. Keep her safe. Use her.”
