491 Trespasser* (1/2)

Alex smiled, seeing that it was finally working. Although Abi still couldn't transform the ice into weapons, her first try was an absolutely huge success. His eyes glimmered with pride as he looked at her.

After another long while, Abi's concertation broke, and the floating ice sheets fell on the ground before they turned back into mists again.

”Good job, wife.” Alex was already standing before her when she opened her eyes. She looked a little upset, but when she saw the look in Alex's eyes, a smile broke on her face. ”See? I told you, you can do it. You did such an amazing job for a first try.” He grinned, still looking proud of her.

The smile on Abi's face widened, and she hugged him, suddenly feeling a little sore for standing for hours. ”Thank you, Alex. I thought it's not working.”

”No, you did well, Abigail. All you have to do now is practice how to control them. And how to turn them into weapons that you can easily control. Once you can do that…” he paused and gently bumped his head on hers. ”As long as we're in an open place, you'll be untouchable.”

Abi nodded at him, excitedly. Her determination and fighting spirit intensified. She could finally be useful. Gone are the days when all she could do was watch and cry. From here on, she would fight alongside him. She would do everything to be useful, and she wouldn't let Alex fight all alone again. She must become stronger.

”Come, let's go back to the castle. We will continue your training tomorrow.” Alex took her hand and was about to lift her up, but Abi protested.

”But Alex… I think I can still practice for a while. It's still early,” she said, persuading him. ”And If something unexpected happens tomorrow, I might not get any chance to practice anymore.”

A hint of disapproval flashed in Alex's eyes. But he eventually relented, knowing that she was right. Any time soon and a storm might come.

”Okay, just one more hour.” He told her with a firm voice, but Abi still smiled, ignoring the fact that Alex was obviously forced to agree with her wish.

Once Alex returned to his spot, Abi didn't waste any moment, and she closed her eyes again.

…

Meanwhile, in the Dark Forest, the witches had just finished their rituals for the former queen's funeral. Alicia was standing before the entrance of another secret crystal cavern. This cavern had been the grave of all the previous queens of witches.