42 - Ignis - 2

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“Are you ready?” Drakon’s voice was severe, more so than usual.

“I’m as ready as I’ll ever be. This is our one chance. We can’t or won’t be more prepared.”

“We could always be more prepared,” Holton said.

“How very un-Holton-like of you,” Drakon said and almost smiled.

“If you want to change your mind..” Elara tugged at a piece of her shiny black hair and chewed her bottom lip.

“I don’t,