Jack And the Beanstalk (Faerie Tale Collection)
“CORA HAD THE boy right where she wanted him. “It is well you have begun to see reason.” She smiled. “I have a way, obviously, but I need you to give me some collateral first.”“Collateral? You are asking me to give up something of mine so I may do a favor for you? Are you mad?”Oh, how she loved his fire. His spirit was definitely a fun challenge and something she would humor for the moment. Of course, there would be time later to make him pay for his impertinence. “Yes. It is the way all magic w...orks. You give me something, and then I will give you the tools you need to finish your quest.”His eyes narrowed. “What would you ask for payment?”The cow he brought would do, but it was never wise to bargain quite so low. “I will take your sister until you return with Verity.”“Never! She comes with me or this deal is off.”Cora raised an eyebrow and walked up to him, surprised he did not flinch. Looking him over from head to toe, she smirked. “No, I see that you will need one as smart as she is to keep you safe.”MoreLess
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