Chapter 44: Revelation

A sudden shout from outside the window drew everyone's attention. A moment of confusion was shared before more shouting and cries for help could be heard followed by the unmistakable thunder of hooves. Those in the room moved to the windows to see what was going on, including one of the guards.

Geri put his hand on Laurence's shoulder and started them towards the window, but not to join the crowd. Geri was tall enough to see over those gathered at the window and he frowned at what he saw. A couple of horses were charging down the road beside the library. "That ain't gonna be near enough for what we want."