We made it to the quad province border with the help of a kind man and a couple ATVs. Some of the way was icy and treacherous, but relatively smooth with a kind guide. He was incredulous when we asked to be taken to the point in the middle. "There's nothing there!" He said. We chuckled quietly and said we just wanted a quiet get away.
I wasn't sure if Malek had revoked my entry through the wards so it was a nerve wracking experience. If he replaced my blood bond, the wards would tear us apart the minute we stepped through. We linked arms, took a breath and stepped forward.
Opening my eyes slowly, I was relieved to see we had made it through in one peace.
"Alright! That's another win! Let's head to the village Square and see if Malek is there! Knowing him, he'd be sipping a beer with a b
