by Tony Corden
Leah stepped back from the barrier and said, “Yürek, there is a small complication. I need to think for a moment before we enter the cave.”
Yürek nodded, and through the link, the four other guards organised themselves in a cordon around Leah and Yürek. Leah thought through her options for a few minutes then turned to Yürek again. “Yürek, one of the things I must do involves a large quest which encompasses not only Vatan but the entire world of Dunyanin. On this quest, I am allowed seven companions, and four of them must be Travellers. While I appreciate your protection, the rewards have been primarily designed for those who are travellers. My dragon is already designated as a companion. Although I do not know where she is at the moment, I will not abandon her. This means at most I could take two of you into the cave with me.”
Yürek nodded then said, “Y
