“We’re here.” The wolves skidded to a stop, Josie finished wrapping my feet in bandages and I pulled on my boots.
Climbing off the back of the sleigh I sent them both a crooked smile. “So I guess this is goodbye?”
“See you later Aether,” Josie wrapped her arms around me in a hug, Fionn clapped my back. “I’m sure it won't be longer than a week.”
“Yeah, totally.”
Smiling one last time I turned to look out onto the land beyond the border—Circe’s kingdom. A land ruled by witches. According to the history books, the first Queen of witches sparked a deal with Luna Alba to ensure that they could maintain their independence. If Luna Alba should ever need it Circe’s Kingdom will fight alongside us—on the flip side Luna Alba promised to protect the borders of Circe's kingdom. The kingdom only al
