Chapter 6
Jacob woke up in a bed of finely woven blankets and soft animal hides. The room was simple but clean; light and airy. Daylight was streaming in through long, narrow, glassless windows and the room was filled with the fresh smell of all things green—grass, leaves, flowering plants.
“How did I get here?” he asked Xavier.
“I carried you,” said the demon, wearing a smile to melt the hardest heart.
“How long have I been asleep?”
Xavier smiled. “Many hours, but you obviously needed it. Much has happened in the meantime. I have sent word to the Capital about the fairies and have received word back that their attempt to kidnap Princess Arienna failed. All six fairies are currently on their way back to where they left you. Now you are rested, Prince Arrok has requested that you aid u
