Chapter 7
Wes checked on me periodically throughout the day. He seemed to have a knack of showing up just when my energy and magic started to wane. I didn’t go looking for the reason why I had magical issues again. I didn’t have the energy, and I knew it pointless to try when I wasn’t at full capacity. Maybe in a few days it would get better, or at least I’d be less drained and could try again.
I finished my latest assignment and packed up my office with minutes to spare. Wes had told me he’d be back at six o’clock sharp to end the day. I knew I’d never make it home without a boost from him, so I was ready and waiting. For the first time in what seemed like ages, the knock on the door didn’t make me jump. I shoved the last handful of peanuts in my mouth and chewed rapidly as I paced to t
