"With the way things are going, we may go to war; the king of Galvestone is furious." Drigo chipped in. "We didn't ask him to send his foolish daughter to raise banners and try to fall out of the city! We owe him no explanation! Josiah said, his voice cutting deep. "Yumi was more brave than foolish; you can take my word for it. Songs are already being made in her name and chanted along the streets of Decreash." Priest Tailbon adjusted his plain gown, his fingers stroking his beard. "Songs of retribution and mockery. Speak your words plainly, Tailbon." Brandon, the hand of the king, he said in a calm tone. Ragaleon was seated quietly as he watched his small council discuss amongst themselves. His golden brown eyes were deep with mystery as he entwined a small globe between his lean fing

