Soul of Light (The Hidden Wizard Book 4) by Vaughan W. Smith

Author:Vaughan W. Smith [Smith, Vaughan W.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780648193128
Publisher: Fair Folio
Published: 2018-12-22T07:00:00+00:00

30

On The Trail

The intense bright heat of the gate was replaced by the dry oppressive heat of the desert. Celes stepped out of the Wizard Gate and into some barely shaded ruins.

At least it worked. Can I use it to get back?

Celes looked back at the gate and it seemed like the one she had passed through.

Looks promising. Let’s see if I can find myself a clue.

Celes wandered around the location. It was reminiscent of an old temple of some kind, constructed from stone. But it was terribly worn down by the elements. She had no idea how the paltry structure shielding the Wizard Gate was still standing.

“Any clues here are long gone. What a bust,” Celes whispered. The wind picked up, as if in answer. Celes stepped into the minimal shade and gave herself a moment to think.

The wizard came this way, years ago. What was he looking for in the desert? It can’t be whatever was just here because it’s already gone. Maybe there’s something nearby.

Celes carefully sipped some water and evaluated her situation. She could afford to search the nearby area for anything of value. But she was not equipped for a proper trip across the desert.

That gate better work, that’s for sure.

Celes followed what looked like used to be a path. There was nothing immediately outside, or much of anything to look at. Just sand dunes and the remnants of a path. But something didn’t seem quite right.

I need to follow this a bit, I feel it in my gut.

She tried not to think about how foolish this was and set off. The walk was easier than she expected, even though the harsh desert wind and extreme heat made it uncomfortable. Somehow, though, her hunch had borne out. She could see what looked like an oasis up ahead.

I could really use a drink, here’s hoping I’m not hallucinating.

Celes pressed ahead with as much pace as she could manage. The sun’s rays seemed even more intense, and her throat was parched. But she didn’t dare drink the last of her water. She just needed to go a bit further and reach the oasis.

And, like that, she was there. It was a small stone-fenced area, with some shade and water in the middle. Even the sight of water made her feel better. She stumbled forward, eager to drink. Just as she was within reach the water disappeared. Instead, there was a dry hole that she tumbled into. As she picked herself up, she saw a dark shape leaning over her then blackness.

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