MAXINE

The next phase of the plan required complete precision.

We didn't need a small amount of luck. I clutched the objects Zel gave me. The leather pouch hung at my side. Each piece was carefully prepared, imbued with Zel's magic. Each one was intended to bend the magic enough to give us an edge against Ronan.

I kept my face composed as I made my way through the halls. I had managed to lose the guard with me by entering into a bathroom. I entered the male bathroom and when I heard him ...