Book 5: Chapter 13

Nina

As Kadva and I reach the bottom of the stairs, arm in arm, I immediately notice Magnus isn't in a pleasant mood. However, he was happy when I spoke to him earlier in the hall. So, something must have happened since then. He stands leaning against a beam with arms crossed and a scowl across his face. Alec gives Magnus an odd look, wondering why he is in such a temperamental mood.

I mind-link Magnus, “Is everything okay? You seem a little angry about something?”

“Why would I be angry, Nina?” He replies sarcastically, “Is there something I should know about?” He scoffs.

I give him a confused look and realise everyone is watching Magnus and I pull faces at each other through mind-link. I clear my throat and focus on the pack. I can worry about Magnus later.

“Are we ready to celebrate the midsummer solstice?” I shout.

Everyone cheers and follows Alec and Magnus's lead. We all step into the portal one at a time behind the blacksmit