Forged Destiny [Book 9: Ch. 9]

"What if she doesn't and you stay awake, exhausting yourself for no reason? Keep this on your person," she said, pushing a small stone token into my hand. "It will allow Ironwood to open a portal to your rough location. He will summon you if she begins the attack anew. For now, rest, eat and recover your strength."

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When the portal opened the next morning I dashed through, expecting immediate yelling and action. Instead, I received the sight of Ironwood sitting down behind his desk and Winter adjusting the collar of her combat outfit.

—Forged Destiny [Book 9: Ch. 9]