When the rogues attacked again, one snatched the log from Alexa’s hold. It almost got her hand, but she quickly pulled back before it could bite her.

Now defenseless, Alexa swallowed hard. She glanced at the trees nearby and the branches above. With intense focus, she tried to use her magic, but it failed. She was too tired to conjure anything.

Soon, the wolf attacked, charging at her. The woman behind her screamed just in time for Alexa to duck and avoid the attack. Then she ...