I See You Burned the Letter

It was the fourth day of their return journey. They had made camp once more at the highest point of the past, looking out over the plains of Willandia. Once more, Jane had been summoned from a sound sleep only this time, when he glanced back at the fire. Even so, Timun was waiting for him on the ridge. He sensed rather than saw the magician smile. I see you burned the letter. Why? If you already know what was in the letter, then you know why. Here's your gold, by the way.Jane took the bag, but he remained on guard. Where are we going? Back to the servant's path, of course, safely