They rush into the crone’s hut with Gareth bleeding all over the floor.
“What happened?” The crone’s voice was as calm as ever, while Glinda sobbed.
“A rogue, a rogue, attacked us!” The crone took a moment to look at her before returning her attention to Gareth.
“Get that girl out of here. It is not doing her or him any good for her to be here.” She orders Melissa, who immediately complies.
Frank barges through the door next, earning himself a glare from the old woman.
“And?”
“We tracked them into the forest, but the trail went cold.”
“Did it go cold or did you stop looking?” Her eyes said more than he was willing to admit.
“Will he make it?”
“Of course, he will. Now, get out of here, so I can save his life, and go find who attacked this poor boy!”
“Yes, ma’am.” Frank nodded and
