Alec gave a confused cry, not understanding what was happening. Lorac was dead. He killed Lorac, but Lorac was there, again. Why wouldn't it stop? He began to mumble a prayer, "...Grant me guidance for you are the wizard and I am the flicker of flame, the drop of water, the crumble of earth, the puff of air, I bend to your will..." as his swords flashed out trying to get Lorac away from him.