Chapter Seven
Once we were back at the estate, I hoped my training would begin in earnest. Much to my dismay, Admon was still distracted by what had happened to the Halmeni line. Our training sessions were sporadic at best. After postponing my weapons instruction three times, he did something I never expected.
He enlisted outside help.
I was waiting yet again for Admon to arrive in the abandoned shed we used for sparring. It was kept tidy by servants, but no one was permitted to enter if Admon or I were inside. Admon kept my training under strict secrecy. So I was surprised when he not only showed up for the lesson, but arrived with another person in tow. I did my best not to let my puzzlement show. As far as I knew, Admon had no friends close enough to share his secrets.
As they drew
