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Chapter Twenty six Consequences and an Alliance ‘Oh? And where are you taking my pet, slave? I didn’t give you permission to let him loose.’             The wolf jumped between me and Earl, growling low. Earl frowned, but didn’t look worried.             ‘What are you doing here?’             The wolf was engulfed in a brightContinue reading “Chapter Twenty Six: Consequences and an Alliance”

Chapter Twenty Five Dagan ‘Ceee?’ I tried again, struggling to focus on the elf instead of the ash field.             ‘Yes, Cedron. He was sent to trade in Tempit, and convinced the King to send me in reply to Earl’s…peace offering.’             I gave him a confused look. The elf sighed.             ‘When Earl attackedContinue reading “Chapter Twenty Five: Dagan”

Chapter Twenty Four: Lar My mind was clearer by the time we reached the harbour close to Haven. I was still shackled, so my jailers retrieved their chain ends and led me off the boat. I wobbled like I was drunk, the soldiers going at a slower speed due to Earl’s presence. I doubt heContinue reading “Chapter Twenty Four: Lar”

Chapter Twenty Three: Blood vial They attached so many shackles and chains I couldn’t move an inch on my own. The large shackle around my neck even prevented me from turning my head, trying to find Annie.             ‘Annie!’ I screamed as they dragged me further away from the school. They didn’t try to silenceContinue reading “Chapter Twenty Three: Blood Vial”

Chapter Twenty Two: Attack on Firo The archway was a burnt pile of rubble at the town’s entrance; the perfect gateway into a town filled with screams and blood.             The mosaic pattern was littered with bodies of traders and tourists. Nearby houses were on fire or ransacked. No living soul was in sight.            Continue reading “Chapter Twenty Two: Attack on Firo”

Chapter Twenty one: Fire Temple ‘Behave yourself while I’m gone.’ I told Annie sternly.  She rolled her eyes but didn’t look up from her work, spread out on the kitchen table.             ‘I have thirty tests to give out and then mark. I doubt I’ll even get to see Chuck before you come home.’            Continue reading “Chapter Twenty One: Fire Temple”

Chapter Twenty Decision ‘So, you two are finally friends again. About time!’ Aaron grinned as he walked to the town’s entrance.             ‘Yeah,’ I said. ‘I guess I forgot how forgiving and nice she really is.’             ‘Do you think you and her will ever-?’             ‘No.’ I said firmly. ‘Neither of us feel thatContinue reading “Chapter Twenty: Decision”

Chapter Nineteen Rekindled Friendship Prince Earl left Firo two days later with no more trouble. He didn’t seek Lennie or me out, and he didn’t revisit the fire caves.             ‘Don’t let your guard down,’ Lennie warned. ‘He’s situated at Lar now, which is too close for comfort.’             ‘I know.’ I said, but couldn’tContinue reading “Chapter Nineteen: Rekindled Friendship”

Chapter Eighteen Prince Earl ‘I don’t know why you’re so worried; he’s not going to come to the market stalls.’ I said, ignoring Lennie’s nervous twitchiness and putting more fruit out.             ‘I’d still feel better if you stayed home today.’             I gave him a narrowed glance. ‘Why would Prince Earl be interested inContinue reading “Chapter Eighteen: Prince Earl”

Chapter Seventeen Partings The rainy season lasted eight days. Lennie quickly investigated the storage house, finding it had flooded, but the stuff stored higher up had been spared damage.             ‘Well, never mind, the traders will be here soon. They would have missed our business the last week.’             ‘Do they just camp out inContinue reading “Chapter Seventeen: Partings”