Chapter 38: Going to War

“Where’s Hunter, and the rest of your army?” Illyra asked when Sabriel, Zane, and a battalion of snow soldiers arrived on her doorstep.

“Well, Skylar is dealing with some things back home. Hunter volunteered to remain behind and assist,” Sabriel said with a tight smile.

“Right,” Illyra muttered, shaking her head. “Zane, you’re the ranking military member now, what do you need from me?”

“Get me a map of your country with all the most recent settlements. A map that also shows the border you share with Summer Lands would be helpful,” Zane said.

“I already have those set out for you in my father’s office,” Illyra said. She popped open the door at the end of the hall they traversed and nodded inside.

Zane went in first and started reviewing the maps.

“Lyra,” Sabriel caught her arm preventing her from following.

“Yes?” Illyra asked when she noticed the confused look in Sabriel’s eyes.

“Are you forgetting something?” she asked. She placed a hand on Illyra’s rounded belly.