Bab 570: Betrothed To Demon

"It was given to me by the one who seeks Oriana. This rock can locate the person he's searching for, and it led me straight to her," Zaria explained, her voice strained with effort of controlling that rock. "I'm using my powers to prevent it from reaching Oriana, but I'm not certain how long I can keep this up. If this rock reaches her, it won't do good to her. See the red veins on it are shining that means it had detected Oriana's presence nearby and is trying to reach her."

Evanthe turned to Sierra, who added, "She's telling the truth. This rock originates from another realm."

Zaria fixed her gaze on Sierra, who was draped in a white hooded robe. "You seem to know more about it. Tell me who Oriana really is and the person who created this rock, or I can't guarantee my patience in holding this rock at bay."

"Are you threatening us with her safety?" Yorian retorted, his skepticism clear. "And yet you claim you want to protect her?"