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The Ice King
“Is there anything I need to know about the Realm before I leave?” Gray asked reluctantly. Knowing he never liked the answer. “Any troubles we’re having?”
“Yes.” Malachi drew a long breath, as if what he had to say would be difficult. “We have one very large problem.”
“What?”
“The clever Ice King to the East is assembling the Mountain Mob to make war on us.”
“Archer?” Gray asked incredulously.
“Apparently he intends to have the Eternus Realm as was promised.”
“He will have it.”
“But he doesn’t know that.” Malachi countered. “You insisted that no one must know of this deal, you and I have made.”
“Because they would watch for weakness between you and I.”
“I’m aware.” Malachi said evenly. “However, he believes that you are a traitor to the Eternus, by serving me.”
“Oh, I’m sure that’s not all.” Gray said keenly.
Malachi gave him a quizzical look.
“I’d presume he got word long ago that I kill
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