"This is strange."
It is, Grimoire agrees, sounding confused.
The tiny patch of taint spans no more than two feet, and purifying it takes no time or energy at all. It's so light, in fact, that I almost second-guessed what I was feeling when we tracked it down.
After days and days of corruption spreading faster than I can purify it, there's suddenly… nothing?
Why?
In normal circumstances, I'd be relieved. But there's something strange about all of this as it is, and I don't like not knowing what's going on.
"Grim, how far could I scan if I really pushed myself? With your help, I mean."
Grimoire hesitates, his fox eyes narrowing as he looks up at me. It's not wise to open yourself up that widely, Ava. The wider the search, the less control you have over your magic. And the more likely someone will be to sense it, even with my guidance.
Note on 12/2/2024--
Hello, everyone. I apologize for my extra long absence.
In early November, my entire family caught what I at first thought was a simple cold that would end quickly. Unfortunately it was pretty terrible and has lasted for weeks, involving multiple antibiotics and visits to urgent care for all members of my family. It is on par to the first time we ever caught COVID, honestly. I ended up with a nasty bronchitis and mild pneumonia, and a few kids did too. Husband is still fighting off a nasty double ear infection. However, we are finally on the mend and about 80% normal!
Of course, until Friday night when I fell and BROKE MY HAND! It hurts a lot, but I will still be writing, just at a slower pace than normal until I can figure out the best way to write one handed.
I appreciate all of you so much and am so sorry I disappeared without warning. I did inform readers on facebook and discord, but that doesn't reach out to most of you.
Please be assured, I am still here! Just banged up and in pain. :)
Love,
Lena