A Dish Best Served...
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She glanced back over her shoulder, knowing they’d be here soon. “This doesn’t mean I trust you… at least not completely.” Getting to her feet, she followed after the only being willing to help… even if there might be consequences for that decision.
The hooded figure moved effortlessly through the shadows, guiding Ivy away from the city center. As they travelled, buildings were replaced by rocky outcroppings and sheer cliffs. They entered what appeared to be a small cavern that extended into one of the bluffs. Deeper and deeper into the mountain they went, until the roof gradually met the floor in a pool of energy. It was here that he held up his hand.
“How far are you willing to go?” He turned toward her, his voice in its obscured digital form. “How important IS your mission to you?”
