Queen Leticia was seated on the garden when a knight reported the return of Anastasia. She materialized to the throne hall and Julian came in at the same time, worry etched on his face when he saw a scratch on Ana's face.
"Who did this to you?" He asked crossing the remaining distance in two brisk steps.
"It's nothing serious," Ana replied holding her throbbing head. Julian cupped her face searching for any other injury and he was glad there was none.
"Why are you still here Gabriel?" Leticia asked the silent man.
"I can explain," Ana said saving Gabriel some trouble. "The barrier was much powerful than I had anticipated. It is a Witche's barrier Your Majesty!"
Leticia swallowed hard but was quick to hide her fear. Having lived in Avon, she knew what witches were capable of. So all this time Blackwood had the support of the witches. Were a war to happen, would they unleash the dragons? The thought alone brought shivers on her back.
