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Chapter 13
Veronica went back to Prince Vaugn’s room. Her dad had stopped coming to tuck her in a long time ago, especially when she already said good night. So she would not be missed.
But when they got back, Roger was no longer in the room that they had left him in. They were depending on Roger to show them the way. So, they had to wait for him.
“Roger! Come out!” She whispered fiercely but there was no response.
She turned to Prince Vaugn. “Did you scare him away?” She was half teasing. Although, she wouldn’t be surprised if Roger had decided not to help them after the prince’s attitude.
Prince Vaugn just put his hands on his hips and called out to Roger. “Come on, kid. Let’s get this thing going.”
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They took the secret passage down to the dark damp dungeon because they wanted to avoid anyone who might be moving throughout the castle at night. Everyone should be in bed already but there still might be lingering guards. Veronica didn’t want to risk it.It didn’t take long for Prince Vaugn to agree. It seemed that Roger was agreeable with that too. But Veronica suspected that Roger wanted to see Prince Vaugn struggle through the tight passages again. The walls were Roger’s home, Veronica thought. She appreciated him sharing it with her.Once they had gotten close to the door that should never be opened, she expected Roger to open the way. But he paused, looking through the cracks. “Look.” He whispered.She bent down to peek through. Her father stood at the door, scratching his
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I watched the noisy girls as they fought over who knows what. Prince Vaugn seemed perplexed. But aside from Veronica’s rising temper, there didn’t seem to be any danger.We had made it to the cabin and everyone had a place around the room. The front door was left open to include Sladesaple. When we were waiting for Veronica to fetch the healer, he told me that his name was Disacland Sladesaple but it was obvious I could not say all that.Sladesaple suggested I only say part of it. But even that was hard. It was frustrating because I wanted to talk to my cub mate just as good as the monster prince.Veronica sat down in a wooden chair. Gale laughed and sat on her lap, as Prince Vaugn laid the father monster on the bed. Veronica tried to push Gale away.
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With the encouragement of the girls, I brought the map outside so that Saple could see where we were going. Veronica knew the importance of our ride knowing the way. Gale had said using the dragon was the only way they would make it back in time to save the father monster.Saple looked at it for a long moment. Then he snorted and tossed his head. The movement ended with a sneeze.“I remember the great war that claimed those lands because I fought in them. That was long ago.” Saple explained in a knowing voice that made him sound especially wise. “There is a nearby fort we should visit. It was once a thriving metropolis and is sure to have the answer to fighting the keeper.”Roger glanced at Veronica. She was standing in the middle of the cabin with both hands on her hips, making a displeased
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