Guy gripped his sword tighter, slipping the scabbard from its belt and into his hand, ready to fight. "The Fon Master is safe," he put the emphasis on the last word, "with his Guardian. It's her job to protect him, just as it's my job to protect Luke." He moved so that he was further from the door, but that he could still charge at Arietta, if needed.

"I don't want to hurt you, girl, but I'm afraid I must insist that you tell me of my master's whereabouts."