Chapter Fifteen

Edwin took advantage of his time alone with Kira and Agatha to get to know them better. He made light of and spoke matter-of-factly about the bonding factor until Agatha eventually grew comfortable with things and forgot that she was supposed to be embarrassed.

Feeling the need for blood, Kira excused herself to go feed on a dear or a wolf; promising to return as quickly as possible. 

“How did you know to find me?” Edwin asked as he sat down at the harvest table to enjoy the soup Agatha placed in front of him.

“I cast a spell to be awoken when the shield was weakening,” she replied.

“I know that,” he said, “but, me.  How did you know to find me?”

“I was given a vision,” she replied. “I work with the ancestors.  They speak to me through thoughts, signs, and visions.”

“Can’t they keep that vampire away from you and Kira?” Edwin asked innoce