Chapter 17
King Hermon Cordillera refrained from smiling. Anticipation raced through his mind. He felt his heart beat wild behind his chest. The time was finally at hand. He had dreamed for decades about becoming a powerful sorcerer. Soon those dreams would become his reality. He rolled his fingers into fists in an attempt to contain his excitement. It was difficult holding back his emotions. There was regret in there, as well. There always would be. Had he become a wizard long ago his brother might still be alive. He missed Jeremiah, and while his kin haunted his sleep, it was better than never seeing him again.
He wished Jeremiah could be here to witness the events about to unfold. He knew his older brother would be both impressed and proud of his accomplishments.
In a way, Hermon wis
