CHAPTER 31

“Welcome to the North Woods, Ben. I’m Lord Nicholas,” said the long black-haired man in a green robe as he stood outside the ancient gates beyond the narrow dirt path.

Ben looked around at the city by the sea surrounded by the cover of lush forest and tall cliffs. “Thank you, sir. Is my wife here by any chance? I’ve been looking for that little woman everywhere.”

“They’re waiting for you inside,” said Lord Nicholas as he nodded beyond the gates. He stepped...