Chapter 17
Alixa felt guilty for delaying their journey, but a part of her knew the rest of them needed the rest just as much. By the time they’d gotten back in their saddles, they were all faring better after the much-needed food and sleep.
Over the next few days of constant travel, her mind drifted to Ella and Edric. The brother and sister had been her only friends. She didn’t know what had happened to them after her escape, but there was no use thinking about that. She had to believe they were okay.
And now they were headed into Isenore for the first time since she’d left. Just the thought sent a chill through her and her chest tightened.
A shaking breath escaped her lips, but it was only audible to her.
That night she had to force her eyes shut, hoping sleep could close out their
