74 The Beast's Riddle

“Some things are immediately clear to me though,” Lara said thinking deeply. “The sorcerer here has to be Nordveka. I don't see any other person.” “You are right.” Gavadiol shrugged. “I just wonder why there is so much focus on him. Yeah, he’s a sorcerer and all. But there are many of them to think about. And there is still the matter of the King himself.” “Let’s take it one step at a time.” Lara was still studying the poem or whatever it was that had just been read to them. “If we decode this one, we might find a way to at least remove Nordveka from the equation which for me will represent a very huge win.” Before Gavadiol could say anything, she rushed on. “And remember what this snake-dragon thing just said; a prophecy unearthed; therein lies your answers and your destiny.” “I still remember what he said,” The prince frowned. “We still don’t have the prophecy.” Lara said. “Thanks for pointing out the obvious.” “That’s not it Gavadiol. The prophecy will help us understand wha