Keon speaks with a Gnome at the gate. Pike watches, eyes on the men while very aware of the Wards. He feels the compulsion to follow Erik, yet has the presence of mind to keep Wish from rushing through the protective spells and being seriously hurt. The Fae is taken by surprise when the wards suddenly open to them.
Once inside the gate, Pike and Wish stand very still while the elementals bar the way. Keon again speaks with the Gnome, then motions for the Wyldfae to follow him. They follow, keeping vigilance as the elementals surround them. Wish says nothing. Her eyes are fixed on something he cannot see. She begins to mutter.
"Hurry, Hurry... we need to be there now.. now... Hurry, hurry...."
She begins to pick up the pace, forcing the Gnome to run to keep ahead of her. Pike tries to hold her back as she picks up more speed. A wave of force blocks her way, causing her to stumble. Wish takes a deep breath, struggling to control her need to be where Star is. She turns wide, unfocused eyes on Keon.
"She calls... even now My Lady calls... help me reach her before..." Her words falter and Keon lifts her in his arms. Pike nods and Keon runs, leaving behind all but the fastest of Mortuis' servants, Pike close on his heels. At the Manse their way is once more barred, until the Gnome catches up.
"She is called, Gnimaor. She needs to see Star. Erik will vouch for these two Fae. Can word be sent to him?"
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