“The Lake of Mirrors?” Avena repeated, a frown settling on her face. “Does that mean…?”Haven nodded in response, her eyes glued to the map spread across her lap. “Yes, we're almost there. The Guardian’s Cave is just across this lake. We just have to cross it.”

No one said a word. Only the gentle splash of water against their makeshift raft filled their ears.

“Well, that's all good then.” Aeon cleared his throat as he adjusted the broken piece of wood he used as a paddle in ...