Some time later, Alys' horse had cooled down and begun to graze. Alys was still soaked in sweat from the furious ride.

On the other side of the barrier, the Thing hung motionlessly. She could sense the enmity radiating from it.

"I didn't even take anything. I don't know why you're so angry."

By the time Alys had also cooled down, the Thing turned and moved back into the forest.