Helion immediately let go of me. The fear in Calin's eyes showed he was being completely honest. Kaltain was supposed to be safe. Completely safe.

"The forcefield," Helion mumbled in horror. "It's weak, I haven't done the ritual since the last time."

My head instantly connected the dots together. Shortly after he performed the ritual, I got myself in trouble with Lyle.

He was probably occupied with trying to find me and handle matters of the kingdom. When he finally found me, I left ...