Every so often, Firepos called softly to Gulkien, who growled back. From the ground Falkor would hiss. The sounds were hesitant and cautious. They're making their own battle plans, Tanner realized. The Beasts were fighting for their lives, too; if Derthsin got his hands on the mask, he could control them for his own evil ends. The flame bird gave a low screech in response, and heat surged through her feathers. Tanner gripped his Beast tighter as an orange glow shone through the fog. "We're close!" he shouted to Gwen. "Tell the others!"She nodded, and placed a hand on the back on Gulkien's furry neck. The Wolf Beast dipped his head and sank through the air with the wind buffeting his leathery wings. Tanner fixed his eyes on the volcano's peak as they broke through the last shreds of mist. His gaze fell from the spurting lava, down the scorched track where it flowed through the steep, forested slopes. His heart almost stopped when he saw what awaited them. Excerpted from Fire and Fury by Adam Blade All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
