Things have been busy. Marcus sends me on several missions, most of which are straightforward enough that I’m usually done within a day. Retrieve an artifact, settle a minor dispute between witches, or deliver a warning to those who’ve strayed too far into dark magic. Simple tasks, really.
Marcus has asked me several times to apply for the High Priestess position; he believes I am strong enough to win it, but I didn't want to mingle in politics. It is draining, and I don't have the patience to deal with it.
I haven’t made any friends in the coven. Not that I expected to. The witches here are loyal to Marcus but keep their distance from me, and I don’t bother trying to bridge the gap. It’s better this way—less mess to deal with and fewer complications. They fear me, or maybe they just d
