Chapter 28

Octavius didn't talk to me as we went down the stairs to the dungeons. I also didn't make a point of explaining what my motivations were to take Vraxlon to the source of my power. Even before Faye had mentioned that each dungeon contained the vital source of magic of its ruler, I was already planning to take the prince of lust there. Because this time I had someone else I would like to ask for help.

We reached the end of the steps and continued walking until the wall of orange flames and melted fire could burn before my eyes. I turned to Octavius, casting a quick look at Vraxlon, who lay with open arms and carried by the magic we had cast on him.

"You're already free now, Octavius," I spoke in a low tone. "I've already undone the spell that linked your powers to mine. All of you can go now.

"I would like to stay, Your Majesty," he said, slowly bowing his head, so that the copper-colored strands of his red hair shook. "I know you can believe that I have my reasons n