I stand side by side with Klevon, Ninus, and Gezer. I watch the sun dip below the horizon and the sky lights up in a bright orange hue, followed by the appearance of stars.

Outside the castle, everything seems quiet. The Stine looks like an abandoned castle. Other than the ice that cloaks its walls, there is also that aura that suggests something is wrong.

“It’s time,” says Klevon, his voice low and determined.

The others nod. We talked about the infiltration strategy and the search for General Brandon before, so there is no need for any further instruction.

There are a couple of places where Bryer might keep General...