CHAPTER NINE

ASLAN’S POV

I was walking close behind Tyson and Aurora when I was obstructed by an invisible barrier. Tyson turned around and smirked at me. The next moment the barrier was gone.

“What was that?” I asked, catching up with him.

“I had a very powerful witch cast a boundary spell around this palace. The boundary is linked to me. So, no one can enter or leave without my wish.”

“Does that mean we all are your prisoners now?” I asked him incredulously.

“Don’t waste your time on unnecessary details. We have a trial to conduct.” He said as he trotted ahead of us.

I stole a sideward glance at Aurora. Her face was pale and her steps faltered slightly as she walked.

I fell into step with Aurora and said, “Are you alright?”

She let out a long, deep sigh and replied, “I don’t know, Aslan… but thanks for asking.”

She had