Layzal's eyes flashed with fury. "Vica, stay down!" he commanded. Turning to Azriel, he said, "Your request is granted. You can take your new pet and leave the coven."
Tim, concerned, asked, "What about the blood bond that ties her to your kind?"
Layzal smiled cunningly. "Someone did his homework." He approached Dana and, after piercing his finger, let a drop of his blood fall into her mouth while whispering some ineligible words. Dana felt an invisible collar snap from around her neck, and she knew she was free.
"You're free to go," Layzal declared.
Azriel and Lora greeted Layzal before ordering their group to pack their belongings and prepare for departure. Azriel then approached a shocked Dana and said in a commanding voice, "Dana, collect your personal items and be ready in 10 minu
