“Thank you for that,” Mildid said to Cecilia as they walked to the door of her home. “That blade is far more powerful than he realizes.”

“I want something from you,” Cecilia said, getting right to the point.

“Yes, I figured,” Mildid answered, opening the door for Cecilia. They once again entered the amazing room where Mildid practiced her craft.

Mildid immediately dropped into her chair and began packing her pipe.

Cecilia ...