I SLEPT LIKE THE DEAD, only waking when I sensed Sito's energy. It took some effort to open my eyes and I groaned while slipping out of bed. I know we weren't gentle, I thought, but wow, do I feel like I've been beaten with a blunt object.

Padding across to the window, I peeked out over the courtyard and could just glimpse Sito's wings. I could sense Sian's energy and she seemed excited.

They must have found the hoard.

I stifled a yawn and went back to bed; all ...