Bab 193: Don’t Die!

—A Hall within the Recess of the Black Manor—

The Hall used to be Maude Aleric's sanctuary within the Black Manor. Where he could be shut off from all distractions and concentrate on furthering his Arcane Knowledge, boosting his magical intelligence and Mana reserves. 

In recent times —the last two weeks—, it had become more. It had become the most fortified part of the Manor where he could tutor his Protégée. 

Maude didn't bat an eye at the violent thrumming. Or more accurately, he didn't care about what it had disturbed on the outside and was focused on the cause because it hadn't been him. It had been the grey-white-haired witch who was cross-legged on the ground. 

"What was that?" He asked with an annoyed tone.