The Sworn Defender by The Ranger

Author:The Ranger [Ranger, The]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-05-04T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter Seventeen

Khora

Khora felt the rainwater run down her spine as it pricked the back of her neck. The sudden downpour through Solton's barrier had surprised her and served as a reminder that their time was limited.

"Damn," the wizard grumbled, staring upwards. "The veil's decline has quickened."

Her eyes flew to Richard, who had spared a glance at Eren. He tried to hide it, but concern sat plainly on his face.

"We'll be fine, go," their friend urged. "I'll keep an eye on Mister Magic; you just help the big man take care of things."

"Of course," Richard agreed. "Don't annoy Eilon. And be careful, all of you."

She gave a quick nod to him as he spun on his heel to race after the Sentinel. She had wanted to stand her ground and follow the others into battle, but she knew Richard was right. Khora could still feel fatigue swirling within her, just as persistent as the whipping winds. She needed to conserve her strength, even if it meant staying behind.

She looked at Jira and saw the old man raise his eyebrows slightly. It was time for them to go, as well.

"Keep your sword up, do not waver," she told Eren, setting her hand on Edmund's shoulder.

"I will," he nodded. "You two keep your eyes open. Don't step on any babies."

Khora forced a slight smile as she pushed Edmund forward, both of them trailing after Jira. She noticed the young boy had looked back at their friend, a cold expression hanging in his eyes. He remained silent, though, leading Ranger forward along with them.

"Khora," the old man called. "I must go to the healing house to help them prepare. While I do that, I need you to make your way to the edge of the village. There, you'll find a small structure— just larger than a shed. Within it, there will be a chest. I need you to retrieve it for me, please."

He raised his hand timidly and pointed his finger towards their far left. Khora squinted her eyes and thought she could see the hovel he was directing her towards. It seemed isolated and set apart from the other buildings.

"That is Andros' home, so be careful not to disturb the place," Jira suggested. "Other than the chest, of course."

"I'll go with you, in case it's too heav-" Edmund began.

"No, it's fine," she interrupted. "Be sure to do everything you can to help Jira. I will handle this myself."

Khora moved to turn away but quickly stopped and returned her attention to her friend.

"I may need both hands… here, take my spear," she murmured, passing him the weapon. "Set it aside in a place it won't be bothered."

He nodded awkwardly as he took the spear into his hands. He looked at it as if he were carrying the most fragile object in all the realm.

"Act swiftly, Khora," Jira suggested. "These people depend on more than our frontline forces."

"Of course. I'll be gone only a moment."

She jogged off to her destination, taking only a second to look at them as they trudged away.

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