Just as suddenly as the wind had picked up, it died down and the fire with it. Allete’s head lowered, and she blinked several times. Her eyes were wide with shock, and I could see a slight tremor in her body.
“The oracle has spoken,” Freya announced, and those in our clan repeated her. Then all bowed their head to Allete.
“Let it be as the oracle has said,” I said. “We will seek to do as she advises. We will reconvene once the other clans arrive.” At that, everyone dispersed. I started pulling Allete in the direction of our hut. When I glanced over my shoulder, I noticed Myra, Freya, and Albric were on our heels.
“Are you all right?” I asked Allete as we walked.
“Yes,” she said. “Just feel a bit disoriented. As I was telling you all the prophecy, I saw my own words coming to pass. I me
