#Chapter 56 Traitors

“Elena, I am in desperate need of a distraction. Would you like to join me as I make your shield?” “Yes, King Harvey.” King Harvey takes me to the entrance of the same room that he got burned in. When I pause at the front door, King Harvey steps in front of me and offers his hand to me. “Elena. I will be careful. I promise you.” “Please, King Harvey.” I urge as I take his hand and walk in beside him. King Harvey pulls out the stone we found the wolf pup resting on under a table tucked in the corner. He pulls out the sketch he drew for me and studies it. “Do you still like this style, Elena? The massive oval with the spikes all around the perimeter?” His finger traces the drawing of the shield and I nod. “I like it, King Harvey.” “Very well.” King Harvey starts the fire for the lava pot with one small flame from his palm. He steps back quickly when the pot of lava begins to boil and bubble. Doris steps in when she smells the lava boiling. “King Harvey, be careful