Chapter 95

The alxa-lotx vibrated with Rhobart’s anger.

It did not surprise her. Not only did she keep her magic a secret from him, but she had hurt him with it. Did he know it had been her who sent him flying into the trees? He must know. Why else would he be so angry with her? Were the others angry as well? Once she changed her clothes and made herself presentable, she would apologize.

Rhobart inhaled deeply and looked at his men. “I want to speak with Ayla. Alone.”

Eude crossed his arms over his chest and grinned. “I won’t say a word while you two talk.”

Hudde, who was standing next to his brother, added, “We will be silent as a grave.”

Rhobart narrowed his eyes. “What part of alone didn’t you understand?”

“You won’t even know we are here,” Eude insisted.

“Go do something useful!” Rhobart yelled, making Ayla flinch.

She knew he would not hurt her, but she could not stop herself from being frightened each time she heard him raise his voice. Galian used to scream at her each time he h