Chapter 101

“It was stolen quite a few years ago. Alier has been searching for it for months, and he was too afraid to mention it to anyone, especially after he found out who was likely the culprit.” She motions to the author that is carved on the book. “Restoan Moon.”

My blood runs cold. “Mike ’s ancestors wrote the book?”

She nods. “Which is exactly how he knew where to find it. I was gifted the final copy before we issued the ban on diablerie spells.”

“And you didn’t mention it to the other gods and goddesses?” I ask sarcastically, knowing full well the answer.

She shrugs, unapologetic. “I can’t interfere in mortal affairs. I admit I didn’t try to scare him away when he started his search, and I didn’t tell Alier until he noticed Mike ’s murders, but it wasn’t my problem. Besides, my race is guaranteed to survive this whole ordeal, so I’m not really worried.”

“How are they expected to survive?” I ask her. “Elayna passed. She left Mike no heir. There is no reason for Mike not to wipe out the