Elirana’s sense of direction never faltered, however. Soon, the thorns became less dense, a sure sign they were almost out. They didn’t see the Acheri again, but several times the area darkened around them and Willow looked up quickly and ducked as if it was the shadow passing over them. Everyone...
The black turned even blacker as the night droned on. The Everwild never stayed lighted for long. Duffy was barely visible in front of Willow, and she was beginning to think he was wearing them out on purpose. It had been over a day since she had any sleep, and her eyelids burned with exhaustion....