Chapter 81 - Thane

I looked at Drace. "Are we good to go with Castleworth?" I still couldn't believe the man was a dragon shifter. His business skills were legendary. They were taught in my MBA classes. He was an example in my ethics seminars of professional conduct and sound judgment.

Drace smiled. "Yeah, he's coming. He should be here by nightfall if he can travel with the setting sun."

I tried to keep the smile off my face. This was not Christmas, and I was a grown ass man. Getting to meet one of my professional heroes should not make me want to jump up and down like a little kid. Or Stretch when she finally took her clothes off at the end of the day.

"Wonderful. Then let's gather what we will need for training," Ari said. "I have not been able to locate a garden here. Gardens are necessary for magic."

I shook my head. "We were going to get one put together for Hollyn, but we've been a bit busy. What do you need?"

Ari's smile was a bit toothy. "I'll make you a list. I'll bring some clippin