Poisoned Shadow: An Urban Fantasy Supernatural Detective Mystery (The Shadow Series Book 2) by Candice Bundy

Author:Candice Bundy [Bundy, Candice]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780985418564
Publisher: Lusios Publishing, LLC
Published: 2020-07-01T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 15

They had added a few chairs to Berak’s testing chambers, which was convenient because Becka had Hanna and her entourage of guards. At least the fae guards remained outside the door.

“Fair day, Lady Becka,” Berak said, taking in the group. “I didn’t know you were bringing an audience.”

Hanna, Shamus, and Lorelai stood behind her.

“I didn’t know either, Berak.” This is getting ridiculous! “Good to see you too, Saana.”

The wizened old lady’s face wrinkled with a broad smile. Next to her sat an elder in a chair. His creased expression and downturned mouth made him look like he had a constant case of heartburn. He must be the one with the curse? His robes ran to the floor, and his frizzy hair was long and unkempt.

“It’s no worry, dear,” said Saana. “Although I would recommend they remain in the viewing chamber, just in case something… unexpected happens.”

Becka looked to her guards, who were an immediate no for whatever reason. Hanna fanned herself and shot her a smile.

“We’ll leave you to it,” Lorelai said. “Luce and Saige are handing off with us.” She and Shamus were going off shift, and the other two walked in the door.

“Thanks, Lorelai.”

Lorelai inclined her head, and then she and Shamus showed themselves out. Berak shut the door behind them.

“You’re staying too?” she asked Hanna.

“I don’t see any point in leaving when they’re staying.” Hanna motioned to the shifters. “I’ll be safe with them. Besides, I’m here to support you. To work my magic, I need to learn all about you, your daily challenges, and what drives you. Only then can I heal the rift between you and your betrothed.”

Becka smiled back at Hanna, grateful for her support. “Thank you. Hopefully you’ll get to see something special.”

Hanna took a seat with great flourish, arranging her skirts in the shape of a perfect sunburst pattern on the floor in front of her. Becka shook her head, not even understanding how such a thing was possible, but perhaps it was trained into all fire elementalists at an early age.

Becka placed her bag next to the central pedestal. “So, what’s the plan?”

Saana gestured to the fae in the chair. “Becka, meet Elder Langdon of House Willow.”

“It’s good to meet you, Elder,” she said. His unkempt appearance made more sense now, as she’d heard House Willow preferred to live a more rustic life closer to the land.

“Well, let’s wait and see on that count,” he replied. “But I’ve made it here, so let’s get on with it.”

Becka found his direct manner refreshing and wondered if it was on par for his house or just his personal taste. “Don’t sound so optimistic.”

“No worries, youngster,” he snapped back. “I’ve had people trying to cure me for decades. You’re not the first, and you won’t be the last.”

Becka grabbed a chair and pulled it across from Langdon and sat in it, her knees mere inches from his.

“What’s the nature of his curse?” she asked Berak and Saana.

“Why are you asking them?” the elder spat out.

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