We got to the stables having to fight a few more along the way, and Galen hurriedly saddled and ready our tayrens, and we climbed aboard and took to flight. Galen wanted to see from the air what was happening and hoped to find his father on the ground somewhere. The damage is bad in the distance we could see the darkness beginning to poison the lands and begin to spread. This beautiful world is being destroyed. ‘I wonder if Valaisha is being poisoned too?’ I thought to Galen. ‘That is a strong possibility. The darkness had gained more strength since we were married and away.’ I looked at him, ‘Was it wise that we were away that long?’ He looked back at me. ‘No, we needed that time to gain our strength for this battle. You have to admit you feel stronger, right?’ ‘Yes, I do and even s

