‘Perhaps we should have the witch instead of the princess.’ ‘Perhaps we should have both, brother,’ said Anika. ‘You foolish, addled child!’ Rathborne slashed his sword through the air as if to fell the truth of Rose’s words. He spoke not to her but to the entire congregation, grasping desperately for their trust. ‘That girl is nothing but a plotting, scheming witch! She has clearly wormed into your head and distorted your thoughts.’ ‘No!’ hissed Rose, taking a step towards him. Slowly, imperceptibly, Tor inched forward, too. If they weren’t in the middle of a reckless stand-off, Wren might
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