"They are both required," Dulcena clarified.  "The mages hid away a key, a pendant, I believe, in the event they needed to get back into Whitehall, recognizing that unforeseen events may make it necessary.  Long hours of research have pinpointed the location to a small, ancient building almost in the center of the Blackmarsh.  It may have once been a temple, but at the time the key was stored there, it had long been abandoned.

"The boy, on the other hand, will be required to activate the key."

She took a final sip of her wine, then stood.  "I've arranged sleeping quarters for each of you tonight. Supplies are being made ready even now and you can depart first thing in the morning.  If there is anything specific you require, ask Oldrik."

She indicated to a middle-aged man near the wall who had come in quietly at some point during their meal.  He nodded without smiling, he did not seem to be one to smile often. 

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