Sapphire Kingdom: Quest Two (Dragon Quest Series Book 2) Read Free Page B

stated scratching his head through his thinning silver hair.
    “That’s the thing we were never taught any other language beside English.” Angie clarified
    “I have my own theory of what may have happened while on Earth, but nothing can be proven until we find Nanina and Machen.”
    “The king isn’t going to have them killed for what they have done? Is he?” April asked Nolin, while unknowingly gripping my wrist so hard my fingertips tingled from lack of blood flow.
    “My apologies, I am unable to answer you for no one may change the King’s mind once it is set upon something.” Nolin answered, sadness clearly present in his eyes.
    The pain in his eyes reminded me of the fact that he was once close enough to them, he entrusted them with my sisters and I. The supposed saviors of Eupai.
    “I can’t accept that.” Angie blurted out loud. “They are the closest thing I have to parents.”
    “I know you must be shocked, but the enchanted moon is drawing near. Queen Jewel is gradually becoming stronger with every passing cycle of the suns. I need to know if all of you are willing to fight.”
    Looking at each other, the answer was so clear, we did not have to discuss it.
    “We will try to become the warriors Eupai believes us to be.” April stated finally realizing she was gripping my wrist, she let go quickly, sending me an apologetic look.
    “This is excellent…” Nolin began before I interrupted.
    “We will only fight if the king promises that no harm will come to Nanina and Machen.”
    “Yes, we have questions for them, and they can only answer them if they are alive.” Angie chimed in.
    “And if he will not change his mind, we will not fight.” April said with more conviction in her voice than I thought she was capable of.
    “I believe you are almost ready,” Nolin grinned, as he began to laugh, showing off all of his teeth, which were surprising still intact.
    “Did I miss anything?” Angie asked with one eyebrow raised.
    “I wouldn’t expect anything less from the dragon warriors. I will convey your terms to the King.” Using his cane Nolin stood up way faster than a guy his age should be able to do.
    “Don’t tell me you were just messing with us this whole entire time?”
    “What I have said stems from truth, the King is not one to switch minds, but it will be even harder for him to take two lives, at the cost of many more.”
    “So, you also believe we can save everyone here on this planet?”
    “That is up to each and every one of you.” Nolin grin disappeared as he tapped his cane on the ground near his chair, causing it to once again to become a part of the floor. “Now follow me, my daughter has prepared a fabulous meal for you. Eat plenty for you will need your strength for the training that lies ahead.”
    He gave us no time to ask questions or respond to his statement as he quickly ushered us through a large doorway that I am sure was not there when we first entered into this room.
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

 
     
     
     
     
     
    Quester
    Location: Training Grounds
    ◑ Angi e ◐
     
    Not even the pungent sweet spices coming from the bowl of oatmeal like substance in front of me, could encourage me enough to keep my eyelids open.
    Ever since we made the decision to stay and fight in Eupai six days ago, I have been getting less and less sleep; as Nolin’s training intensified.
    Once again I tried to focus on what Nolin was saying across the table, but my eyes just kept drifting shut.
    It felt like Nolin was intentionally setting me up. Who wakes a person up only to have them meet them in a large meadow with flowers, and birds that sings, and a breeze that blows at just the right speed? This answer is simple. Someone who doesn’t want my attention for long.
    My entire body soon became alert as I was startled out of my thoughts by a sound coming from in front of me.
    As my eyes flew open I already knew who was responsible for disrupting my peace. Turning toward the