It was killing Minerva, watching Asher’s heartbreak repeatedly in front of her. While her love for him was nothing compared to that of her familiar, she did care for him, deeply. Their bond grew as her bond with her familiar fell apart. It grew even more after the loss of his Beloved. Still, she kept secrets, hoping to protect him, and it did not work. “How did you actually spell her anklet and amulet?” the question was one she suspected was coming, but still hearing Asher’s voice on the edge of anger hurt her. “Her amulet was spelled to protect her and her family line, but it also granted her confidence in herself. Her anklet muted her physical output of magic, but it amplified her internal magic, granting her access to her previous selves and knowledge of what happened to her. If it

