Chapter 2
To Crevyn’s surprise Clover was waiting for him when he came to collect his pack. She should have left a quarter of an hour ago. However, as he got closer, he saw the way her skin was blistered, and her nose and eyes were red and puffy.
“Clover, what happened to you?” Crevyn asked. He held out his arms, then let them fall to his sides. He was afraid of making things worse.
“I was doused by one of Garvit’s friends. Whatever was in the water made me react like this.” Clover stamped her foot. “There’s no way I can go. I can hardly see or breathe, and my skin feels like it’s on fire.”
“Surely Madam Audra could use an incantation to heal you?” Crevyn asked, but Clover shook her head.
“She’s already spoken to me personally. She can help me recover quicker, but it will still take s
