The clanging of the gates being pulled open startled Adina awake. A rough hand shook her shoulder, and she opened her eyes to see the beasts standing over her, their distorted forms looming as they yanked on the chains on her wrists.
"Up," one of them rasped.
Adina's body ached from the cold floor, but she didn't resist. Beside her, Mason stirred with a low groan, and Kora's weak sigh filled the air. They were dragged out of the cell and shoved into a corridor.
Adina guessed it was finally time for them to embark on that journey.
It was still quite dark outside, and the air was colder, biting at her skin as they were marched into the waiting carriages. They had to be discreet, making sure they attracted no attention whatsoever.
Carter stood, watching as the three were shoved into the carriage. He huffed, turning to face the witch. "Do not take too long. We should arrive at Crystal Moon in two days," he said.
