My breath came in short, painful gasps. I turned and ran full speed out of the throne room and into Breeard's arms.
"My Lady," He said hoarsely. "You cannot go out there. Valentin is baiting you. The weather is too harsh. We will retrieve him in the morning."
I pulled away.
"Wait..."
But I was already halfway down the long hallway. Sieren suddenly appeared from a doorway and tried to gently stop me.
"Let go of me!" I demanded. I broke free of his hold and went to run again when I realized I didn't know where I was going. I turned back, resigned to the outcome, and looked hopelessly into each of the silver knights' eyes.
"Where is this pit? Help me find him."
Breeard hung his head, and closed his eyes, "The weather, my lady.....we will go tomorrow."
I caught Glendrig motion down the
