Alabaster hung back, tensed and ready to spring. He'd said he'd stay out of her way, and he would, so long as the rune didn't bring anyone - or anything - with it that had... less-than-friendly intentions.

He had to admit, though, Saga's magic was impressive. He'd never seen anything like it, and until yesterday, he wouldn't have thought it possible.

Well, if they made it through this little errand unscathed, he'd be sure to tell her so.