II

Helawiza decided not to take many things with herself. The usual weapon of witches – arrows, the spare cloak and Tilusha’s medallion.
All witches lead her to the main gates of the country.
- Forgive me, please – said the Queen, Ursula.
- It’s all right, your Majesty – Helawiza replied.
- Take it. – Ursula gave her the piece of parchment.
- It’s a map of our lands. Here you can see Avlassor, Luxemirso and – she sighed – Gekanland. You see, your way is far and hard. Good luck!
Helawiza took the map and nodded thankfully. All witches raised their hands and cried:
- Hoorah! Hoorah to Helawiza!
Our heroine turned to the gates and left her motherland. The heavy gates closed behind her…