CHAPTER 18: CONFRONTING ZACH

Drakon thought about what he had seen and wanted more information about the prophecy. Drakon's journey to find answers to Shirley's power began at dawn, the air still cool from the night before. Shirley's power was beautiful and terrifying, and Drakon knew he needed guidance. The mage in the distant village was his only hope. The forest path was narrow, and as he walked through the path, his boots left a print on the ground. Drakon moved swiftly, his senses sharp, ready to catch any scent of danger. With every movement of the leaves, every noise seemed louder. His mind returned to the night before, to Shirley's hurt expression and the electrifying power that had come out through her. He clenched his fists as he walked faster. He has decided to go without his guards to make the journey faster. Unknown to Drakon, Amandla followed him silently, her scent masked by a concoction of herbs and oils she had painstakingly prepared. She moved like a shadow, her eyes never leaving Drakon’s bod