"Didn't get it yet?"
Shard asked, as the witch eating an apple smiled:
"Yes, Shard, you are very perceptive, it is indeed temporary. 'Text with Threads' was last handed over to the Deity, 'Nameless Ritual Book' which describes the power of the sun was found but is sealed, currently unobtainable. However, 'Jaeger Scroll' which details the secrets of death has no such seal and can be acquired now. We originally planned to retrieve it after the long Black Snow had ended, but since you are here, let's get it now."
She glanced at Miss Samuel, who was pale as if she had a severe cold, shivering:
"Becky, you stay here and look after the luggage and my apprentice. Shard, you come with me; the Black Snow seems to have no effect on you."
"Yes, I'm immune to the power of instant death."
"That makes things easier."
She stood up, her cloak covering her laced-up ladies' long boots. Noticing Shard staring at her boots, she joked further:
