Book Five: Chapter 168

“They aren’t real,” Beth said. “Not even here.”

“Of course they aren’t real.” Neferisfet’s voice came from the ceiling. “This is just a taste of the greatness you could achieve with me at your side.” The music started back up, but this time it was a pulse heavy beat. Beth shivered as the two of them came close. She knew they were just images, but the sight of the two of them only brought her happiness.

“It’s been a long stretch, lass.” Suly stepped behind her and started rubbing her shoulders. “Why not let us work some kinks out fer ya?”

Asterion crouched down and picked up one of her feet, then placed it on his knee. He rubbed her ankle with strong hands that caused her belly to fill with fire.

“You’re not going to fool me so easily,” she muttered, yet allowed the illusions to pamper her.

“Come now, surely there’s something I could offer you?” Neferisfet’s hands appeared around Beth’s stomach. Somehow, the sorceress was standing where Suly was. “I can