I knew my fate the moment I lent myself to the mysteries of this world. It was no surprise that I’d be overthrown so quickly. I now find myself faced with the reality of having to exchange my magic for death.

 I’ve been counting down the days since the moment I felt her power grow ten times larger than mine. I was ready to give up my magic to the next. That day is today. 



  “I knew they’d be coming for me, but I didn’t think they’d send you. “ 



“ Of course they were always going to send me to look for you. I’m the best they have. “



 “That’s no surprise to me. You are my daughter. “