38 Taytra
Taytra watches as the two elves rode alongside her rebels, demonstrating their powers when asked, and laughing beside the elves of their contingent. “What do you think of them?” she asks Ward.
“I think they are the real deal – they clearly are powerful. And they knew enough things about you and your family to pass any test I could create.”
“But do you think we can trust them?”
“Tay.” Ward reaches over and grabs her hand. “Look, I know this is hard and you are doing great. Letting them ride with us is a good decision. Look at the people. They are happy; they are in awe of them. Not only is it good to have them for the protection, but now our people feel like this hasn’t all been for nothing. It covers more than just the people of Cabineral, and I think having them with us he
