“Sha’ul is a very powerful sorcerer. Rare are those that can remain bi-located and morphed for this long.” Morden had to admire the mage’s determination. He’d been observing the trio and the chaya beast’s trek through the mountain pass for over ten days now, and Sha’ul showed only the slightest signs of wear. “Unfortunately for both him and the girl, his time as Japhu is nearly at an end.” Azena experienced a pang for the lovers. She hated also to think of what physical repercussions the sorcerer would suffer from having used so much magery for so long. “His time as a mage is also nearly at an end,” Wizen interjected. Azena’s gaze whipped to his. “What are you going to do to him?” Wizen looked down. “I’ll do what I must, of course. Strip him of his power.” Azena glared, glad that her