Far Horizons: Tales of Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror. Issue #16 July 2015 | Page 60

out of left field, away from any familiar place.” Ted
got a wild look in his eyes as strategies started swirling in his head.

“So, you were correct. Good. The Nexus clan
will not be a problem for a long time, now that their
leaders have been extinguished.” The smaller Vuur
and Aksel had been waiting for Ted to return. The fact
that Ted and Aksel guessed right didn’t bother the
Vuur. The fact they guessed right in front of the leader
Avalit, meaning he couldn’t get credit, did. “Proceed
with the plan as discussed.”

“You should use a warlock for—”
“Would you just get out of here already?” The
old woman interrupted Aksel. He looked coldly at her.
“You wish to summon your god back. I understand that, Ms. Ruiz. But if you want to be here for
that, I strongly advise you to shut up.” He then turned
to Ted. “As I said, use a warlock, ]