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had been abducted and transported by magic to a distant world in order
to lure him away from Midkemia while the Tsurani magician attempted to
seize the Lifestone.

Pug said, "I must make sure that I am never again made vulnerable
because of a family member. " He looked knowingly at the Prince. "There
s nothing I can do about William, but I can ensure that Gamina and
Katala are safe at Stardock. "

"William is a soldier, so by the nature of his craft he is at risk. "
Then Arutha smiled at Pug. "But he s as safe as a soldier can be,
surrounded by six companies of the Royal Krondorian Household Guard.
Anyone attempting to blackmail you through William will find him
difficult to reach. " Pug s expression showed he didn t approve. "He
could have been so much more. " His look silently implored Arutha to do
something. "He still can. It s not too late for him to return to
Stardock with me.

Arutha regarded the magician. He understood Pug s frustration and his
parental desire to see his son back with his family.

5 But his tone left no confusion as to his willingness to intercede on
Pug s behalf. "I know you two have had your differences about his
choice, Pug, but I ll leave it for you to work out at your own leisure.
As I told you when you first objected to William coming into my service,
he s a royal cousin by adoption and a free man of age, so there was no
reason for me to refuse his request. " Before Pug could voice another
objection, he raised his hand. "Not even as a favor to you. His tone
softened. "Besides, he s got the makings of a better than average
soldier. Quite a knack, actually, according to my swordmaster. " Arutha
changed the subject. "Did Owyn return home? " Owyn Belefote, youngest
son of the Baron of Timons, had proven a valuable ally to James and
Locklear in the recent struggle.

"At first light. He said he must mend fences with his father. " Arutha
motioned toward Locklear, though he kept his eyes on Pug. "I have
something for you. " When Locklear failed to respond to the gesture,
Arutha shifted his gaze to Locklear. "Squire, the document? " Locklear
had been on the verge of falling asleep in the saddle but he snapped to
attention as the Prince s voice penetrated his muzzy thoughts. He moved
his horse to where Pug stood and handed a parchment down to him.

Arutha said, "Over my signature and seal, this names you the final
authority over all issues of magic as they affect the Western Realm. "
He smiled slightly. "I should have no trouble convincing His Majesty to
ratify this for the entire Kingdom. You ve had our ear in this area for
years, Pug, but this gives you authority if you ever find yourself
having to deal with another noble or King s officer without me at your
shoulder. It names you official magician of the court of Krondor. "