In a world devoid of magic, how does one sever a bond forged by its very essence?

Like a raging storm, he swept into her life, tearing apart her home and taking away the only family she had. He went as far as attempting to suffocate her with his anger, giving birth to the curse they now tirelessly endeavor to break.
Caves, ancient ruins, forbidden forests… They’ve been to places no other human dared to set foot in. They’ve met races that were thought to be long extinct. Yet, upon countless failures, they have more questions than answers. And one particular haunts her over and over again.

Does he still want to kill the last witch?

Bond of the Ancients is the first entry in The Witch and The Wolf series, taking place in the vast universe of Tales from the Omniworld.
The fairy-tale inspired novella introduces the two main characters, Red and Dave, on a dreary quest to break a curse that binds their lives. Their journey takes a fresh turn when they rescue Joaquin, a bard whose familiarity with ancient legends might hold the key to their freedom. However, the newfound hope is fraught with danger – Bad Wolf lurks in the shadows, playing his own games and orchestrating events from behind the scenes