Soul Searching

Raphael rose from his kneeling position. Reversing his grip on his blade he tore it from the ground with a rasp of steel and stone. "Ladies, we are done here. After seven days there is little chance it will emerge from the Cowl here."

Across the Shroud Rose and Elizabeth ceased their game trying to spot each new passer before the other could notice them. Rose was glad to be able to stop. The girl was disturbingly good even though she seemed to only be using shoes to tell them apart.

"We must find one who can search far enough to make sure he did not awaken elsewhere. I will meet you where Rose's body rests. Elizabeth entertain yourself awhile we have kept you too long."