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The chapter opens with Stone arriving at the Markstown Meeting Hall for the coroner’s inquest into the death of Paul Phillips Manning. The setting is informal, with a jury of six men and the coroner seated at a card table. Allison Manning, the deceased’s wife, is present in a black dress, exuding a quiet dignity. Sir Winston Sutherland, dressed formally, oversees the proceedings. The coroner calls the inquest to order, and Allison is sworn in to testify. Stone observes her composed demeanor, wondering…-
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Stone Barrington, dressed in light tropical attire, enjoys the warm January evening at a bar in St. Marks. He orders a piña colada and notices a news report about a blizzard in New York, realizing his girlfriend’s flight is canceled. The bartender, Thomas Hardy, reveals he was once a NYPD officer who recognized Stone from his time on the force. The two bond over their shared background, and Thomas offers Stone use of his phone to call his girlfriend, who rebooks her flight for the next day. As the…
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Stone Barrington wakes up disoriented aboard a yacht in St. Marks, recalling the chaotic events that led him there. The previous night, his girlfriend, Arrington Carter, failed to meet him for their flight due to a last-minute work opportunity involving Hollywood star Vance Calder. Though disappointed, Stone reluctantly agrees to travel ahead alone while Arrington promises to join him the next day. His journey is plagued by delays, leaving him exhausted upon arrival. Despite the setbacks, he remains…
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Kell and Lila walk along the river, discussing her future as the sun sets. Kell offers to return her to her original London, but Lila refuses, stating there’s nothing left for her there. Despite Kell’s insistence that she doesn’t belong in his world either, Lila remains determined to forge her own path. Their conversation reveals a mutual uncertainty about their futures, underscored by Lila’s defiant question to Kell about whether he will find his way, to which he responds with tentative…-
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Kell visits his brother Rhy, who is recovering from a near-fatal injury in his meticulously restored room. Though the physical traces of the attack have been erased, Rhy’s slow healing hints at the gravity of his condition—he had briefly died. The prince is irritable, mourning the loss of his trusted guards and chafing under the watchful eyes of his attendants. When Kell arrives, the room’s occupants regard him with newfound wariness, reflecting the lingering tension after recent events. Rhy…
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Kell awakens in a courtyard, disoriented and relieved to find the magical bond between himself and his brother Rhy still intact, despite the dissipation of the stone’s power. The once-powerful talisman is now inert, and Kell’s emotions swing from despair to relief as he confirms his survival. The aftermath of the battle surrounds him—corpses, shattered remnants of magic, and Lila, whose brief embrace hints at unspoken care. Their exchange is tinged with exhaustion and dark humor as they assess the…
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Kell returns to Red London, overwhelmed by relief at being home but devastated to find Lila missing. His despair turns to shock when she suddenly appears, alive and unharmed. Their reunion is brief but heartfelt, with Lila deflecting Kell’s amazement at her survival with her trademark stubbornness. The moment is cut short as they are ambushed by royal guards, forcing Kell to surrender despite Lila’s resistance, and they are taken to face the king and queen. Bound and kneeling before King Maxim and…
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The chapter depicts a catastrophic event in Red London as a dark magical force abruptly dissipates, leaving devastation in its wake. Across the city, individuals who had been touched by this magic—whether willingly or forcibly—collapse as the black flame within them extinguishes. The aftermath is gruesome, with some victims disintegrating into ash, others reduced to hollow shells, and a fortunate few surviving but left severely weakened. The magic’s sudden disappearance creates a trail of death and…
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The chapter opens with Kell and Lila reuniting after a violent confrontation, both battered but alive. Lila questions how Kell discerned the queen’s impostor, to which he cryptically replies, "Because she said please." Their banter masks their exhaustion and injuries, but the tension escalates as Kell insists on facing his next challenge alone. Lila reluctantly agrees to stay behind, hinting at her own plans, while Kell’s physical state deteriorates rapidly. A sudden wave of pain overwhelms him,…
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The chapter opens with Lila Bard brutally beaten and bloodied in a fierce battle against Astrid Dane in the throne room. Despite her injuries and the overwhelming odds, Lila refuses to surrender, driven by a determination to buy time for Kell. She reflects on how her past self—a self-serving thief—would never have sacrificed herself for others, yet she feels no regret for her choices. Astrid, amused by Lila’s defiance, toys with her, showcasing her terrifying power and mocking Lila’s efforts. The…
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