With the ring in his possession, Jake felt more powerful than ever. He could feel the energy emanating from the souls trapped inside. The people at the court shuddered in fear as Jake chuckled with delight. An expression of horror cast a pale shadow on the King’s face. He was beginning to doubt his own decision.
While Jake was still in his crazed reverie, Zill called out to him. “Are...you okay, Jake?”
Hearing Zill’s voice, he snapped back to reality once more. It felt like he had just been awakened from a dream. He looked around the room and quickly realized that he had done something. Everyone was staring at him with a look of abhorrence.
“I am fine Zill. I was just thinking about the battle which lies ahead,” he replied.
“Jake, are you sure that everything is okay? You seemed like
