A week had passed since my supper with Pelleas and things were finally starting to feel back to normal. My magic had returned in full force and there was a hint of a presence when I prayed once more.
"Are you sure you should," Amelina asked as I donned my cloak.
I took the pack from her and hugged her to me. "I have to, Amelina. I can't simply ignore it and hope it gets better. It is my duty as High Priestess to protect Adhmad Dé, for better or worse, that is my fate – my vow."
"Please," she touched a gentle hand to my cheek and forced a brave smile. "Be safe."
"I promise that I will. Keep things running while I'm away, okay?"
I had plans to spend several days within Adhmad Dé as I needed to patrol a wider breadth than a day trip would allow for. Amelina helped me pack everything tha
