“No,” Mr. Tomn said, and he sounded genuinely sad. “It’s just getting started.”
“Gods of our fathers,” the princess muttered and turned back to the stars. “I really needed that vacation.”
“I know,” Mr. Tomn said, patting her leg. “Me too. But now, at least, we have an honest chance at victory.”
Malya took a deep breath and let it out quickly. “Right. Well then, let’s get going.”
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