Valia’s boots slapped against the ground as she darted towards Ligon's study in the war chamber, her mind on the information she had to deliver.

A shriek of laughter snapped her out of her thoughts.

“Get him! He’s cheating!”

She barely had time to turn before something small and fast collided with her side.

Water splashed everywhere.

Cold.

Valia's mouth opened in shock as the water soaked through her shirt and dripped down her spine. 

“Oh my—!” she gasped, staggering as ...