Chapter 38Vredech scrambled rapidly to his feet and looked around wildly. He was at the summit of the Ervrin Mallos. Rain was drizzling down and all about was greyness.
‘Allyn!’ The cry was accompanied by a vigorous shaking of his arm. Terrified, he snatched himself free and spun round poised to defend himself, only to see Nertha, her eyes wide with fear. ‘For pity’s sake, what’s happened? Where are we?’
Without thinking he put his arms around her and held her tightly. He wanted to say, ‘Don’t be afraid,’ but he couldn’t. There had always been truth between them, and it held even now. ‘I don’t know,’ he said. ‘Just stand by me. And be aware.’
‘Allyn, how can this be?’ Nertha burst out. ‘Tell me I’m dreaming.’
Vredech shook her. ‘Listen,’ he shouted. ‘You’re not dreaming. I don’t know h
