533 532. Boon of Blood

Quickly, everyone gathered in King Highland's solar. Along with newly arrived Einarr, Healer Hendrix and his elven wife Elaine also joined since their fates were connected to Sylvester's victory. 

"May the Holy Light enlighten us." Lord Einarr entered the King's solar and saluted Sylvester. "I can see the days ahead are much brighter with your return, Lord Bard." 

Sylvester nodded and gave the man a brotherly hug. "I have something for you, Lord Einarr. A certain princess gave it to me." 

Sylvester took out a locket from his pocket and dangled it before the time-stopping Grand Wizard. "She is safe and will return home soon." 

Lord Einarr quickly took the locket and looked at it intently. He recognized it easily, one belonging to Princess Zylena. He nearly teared up if not for the hardened heart he had forged after years of misery. "This… How did she survive all these years? Is she healthy?"