CHAPTER 146

NORTHERN COLORADO

MEDICINE BOW MOUNTAINS

The Wood Elf Ranger squatted next to Martin on the little used narrow path above the main promenade that swept through the entire city and extended up into the portion of the city that rose above ground and spread out into the surrounding valley.

"There should only be one more." The elf spoke softly. "They all came here after they received the transmission. The eight you described were already inside. There are four of the twelve Elders inside as well. Three remain with the witch who calls herself Queen. The other five have been helping us since the Alliance showed up in such numbers, and they are hidden now, waiting until we have regained control."

Martin looked at him. "Why is that?" He asked.