Chapter Eighteen:Fila asked, “We?”
Va’lery remained alone and defiant in the center of the yard. “Me and my friends.” If Fila used the rod, the child would be turned to stone where she stood.
“Away with you, child, or I shall add you to my collection of pretty stone works. I have no children watching over the temple.” With a wave of her arms, Fila directed her cult to step between her and the courtyard.
“I told you, we don’t like you.” Va’lery stomped her bare foot. The dust puffed around her.
From where Dandelion had taken cover, she had little hope of reaching Fila before they harmed Va’lery. “No women or children,” she whispered to herself. Too many members of the sisterhood blocked her path. Even if she charged and drew the group’s attention, she might only succeed in causing harm
