Part 1

“There’s been a peculiar report from the sentries on the pass this morning, Captain” the Adjutant said as he entered the Captain’s office. “A solo traveller.”

“A solo traveller?” The Captain asked, raising an eyebrow. “Dragon?”

“No Sir. Draconic detection runes didn’t trigger. Though, neither did any detection runes. They weren’t spotted until they were within line of the sight of the far towers. It’s like they just appeared out of thin air.”

The Captain sighed. It was going to be a long day, he just knew it. “Do we have a visual on this person?”

“Only remarkable thing about the traveller as reported by the second tower as they passed was bright red hair, like a fire.”

“Oh no.” The Captain knew exactly who it was. But it couldn’t be, she was in Tel Hazan. “Long blue and white cloak with gold accents?”

“Erm, yes actually. How did you know?”

“It’s Sirene Ignitis. Death is coming, Adjutant. Standing orders are to neither assist nor delay her, relay that immediately. I’ll be contacting The University.”

“By your orders, Captain.” The Adjutant said, saluting and leaving the office.