Chapter 35

Back to the Present

Present...

Twillow had explained her and Kendrick's year and a half relationship to Helia in just a few minutes, even though there was so much to tell about that time. The redheaded slayer listened as she dried off in front of the fireplace. It was certainly an interesting way for two completely different beings to meet, if not slightly familiar.

"So...did this wizard, Sig, ever figure out how to open a portal to your realm?" Helia asked.

Twillow shook her head, "He's gotten a bit closer but we're missing a key ingredient. Parliel Ichor is what he called it."

Helia made a face, "Sounds...disgusting. What is it?"

"When the portal was opened to this realm there was a golden goo that was present when the barrier was breached. Sig says we need some of that to render down to use with the Sunfire Topaz." She sighed, "But...if the portal doesn't open again then there's no Parliel Ichor for us to collect. So..."

Helia nodded with understanding, "Well...if I ever see any 'o