Chapter 10

Nieal leaned on the door frame of Irina’s bedroom, observing her. While Irina sat on the windowsill, looking down, she seemed absorb in her thought, didn’t know Nieal walked in closer.

“Something interesting down there?” Nieal craned forward. He was standing on the other side of the window frame.

Her reaction was slow. She looked at Nieal like she didn’t recognize him. “He’s a wizard, Nieal.”

“Ah, so that’s what you think of.” Nieal breathed. “So what if he’s a wizard? We’re taught to be an open-minded human being, don’t cast him out just because he’s a wizard.”

Irina narrowed her eyes. “I don’t mean it that way, Mr. so open mind.” Nieal chuckled at her retort as she continued. “I mean if people find out who he really is, he could be in a great danger.”

“You’re worry about him.” Nieal teased.

“Of course, I’m worry.” Irina snapped. “He saved our lives. We should be grateful to him.”

“I am grateful. That’s why I made—”

“Grateful to who?” Roman’s voice sounded from the door, start