Short Story

Allanon clued everyone in on what they’d seen and heard from other druids and witches in the area as soon as they arrived. “The hunters arrived this morning. They have brought with them ten trackers and are now searching for you and Tegan. As far as we can tell, they are in an uproar over Beorn going missing too. So far, they do not know he has jumped from their side. The dark ones are going on the assumption that we have done something to him.” He pushed his thick, blond hair back. “We are hoping they keep thinking it. If they know you are helping us, I believe all bets are off for the humans as well.” “Do you know who they sent?” Beorn asked, leaning back in his chair and crossing his arms over his chest. “Yes, we do.” Allanon closed his …show more content…

I am Keene, son of Tebion, and it is my wish to fight beside you, Easton son of Beorn.” “Aye. I will stay as well. I am Rune son of Colistor.” A slight man with green eyes and almost white hair smiled with a nod of his head. “We will all stay. It is what our Witch Mother would want us to do. We would dishonor her and our future king if we left.” Easton looked from one druid to the next as each one stood and nodded their agreement. Easton stood. “My heart is full with the honor you bestow on myself, my grandmother, my wife, and our son.” He nodded to Beorn. “That includes you, Father.” They stayed up until the wee hours of the morning formulating their plan of attack to destroy the trackers, hitting them fast and hard before the dark realm was alerted. “We need to do this as quickly as we can. Hopefully, without too many human casualties.” Rune stood. “What weapons will we need to fight here in this realm besides our magic?” “Each of you brought with you your weapon of choice. That is good. Your swords and hammers will do well in close up combat.” Allanon pushed his hair back. “There are rumors that three of the trackers carry bow and arrows, so we have a supply of shields to help protect us from them.” “Shields?” Rune laughed. “When have any of us needed shields during battle? My magic and staff have always served me just fine.” Beorn slapped is hand on the wooden table. “This will not be a battle like you are used to, Rune. A shield and helm may well save