“Let them wait,” Seraphina said, not turning. She watched her reflection in the rain-smeared glass. At forty-seven, she looked thirty. Magic was a magnificent cosmetician. “Fear is the only currency they understand.”
But Seraphina had no intention of simply helping . Dominant Witches
“High Witch Blackwood,” the lead diplomat, a man named Graves, began. He attempted a smile. It failed. “We’ve come to negotiate terms for weather stabilization.” “Let them wait,” Seraphina said, not turning
“You have until dawn,” she said without looking down. “The novice at the door will give you tea and a blanket. My answer will not change.” “Let them wait