Attraction

Malacost recognised the man with the white eyes. He had come to the witch's aid a few nights ago, when Voah had saved his life. He didn't even feel any surprise when the woman next to him spoke his Helian as he saw the smouldering figure of the Arbiter emerge from the burning building. He shrugged at her words. He had not intention to cross swords with the man. There was a dangerous quality to him and one he did not want to test. Especially not tonight. Without a word he rushed to the side of the Arbiter. Maybe together they could escape.

As he did he saw the ice witch emerge from the building stalking Voah before a huge crash was heard from the building next door and two men came flying through the door. He saw as a dark robed pummeled the face of Voah's young companion.

Alexis felt a huge pressure on her body. The hammer's head felt heavier. It seemed to be shaking although she could not tell if it was only her heartbeat or something more. It felt like it was pulling her forward. Into the man with the white eyes.

His sword was raised, which he held loosely on his right hand while his left clutched at something beneath his robes.

"You have something that belongs to us, woman." He said not able to keep the surprise from his voice. After so many years and so many dead ends, here was the other part of the relic they needed to break her seals. To bring Her back.

"This does not concern you Helians." He said and she noticed him pulling a small red stone from the folds of his robe with his left hand.

"Relinquish the hammer's head to me and you can leave with your life..." He offered.