The branches with the red Ribbons twined in them were quite intriguing. I hope that you'll ensure that we get a little background on the conquoring Prince/(King?) Entrari? -that was his name? I have a question about the mad father-King of the doomed city? -I'm under the imprssion (sp?) that the mad king had banned the druidic practices and magic? Yet he utters one magic word or phrase in the sword fight that Entari kills him? The grey mist that he shrouded the diamond sword'man in? That was magic.- Did he not also utter one final phrase before he was beheaded? Was that a curse upon his own people? or the diamond prince and his people? Very curious. Hoping for some insight. Once again -Elianna- : You weav intrigue and colourful imagery into your work. I am again DELIGHTED! Anxious to sponge up the next chapter! Quesla: The Blind Witch!