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Ead and Margret arrive in Caliburn-on-Sea aboard the *Flower of Ascalon* and journey across the snow-covered Leas toward Serinhall, the ancestral home of the Beck family. The landscape is blanketed in winter stillness, with frozen fields and no laborers in sight. Margret, warmly greeted by the locals, reflects on her potential as Countess of Goldenbirch, a title she might have held had she been the elder child. The duo passes the ruins of Goldenbirch, a pilgrimage site tied to Galian Berethnet, before…-
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The chapter opens with Niclays Roos aboard the *Pursuit*, sailing through the Sundance Sea after weeks docked in the ruined city of Kawontay. The ship is heavily armed, and the crew has stocked provisions for their journey. Despite initial plans to sell the dragon Nayimathun, the Golden Empress retains it as leverage against the High Sea Guard. Niclays carries a vial of the dragon's blood and a scale, haunted by the memory of carving it from the creature. The ship, flying plague sails to avoid detection,…
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The chapter opens with Ead preparing for the Feast of High Winter at Ascalon Palace, dressed in an elegant gown as she contemplates her precarious position at court. Having accepted a title from Queen Sabran, she fears being perceived as a traitor by her sisters, yet sees no alternative for survival. Margret Beck arrives, revealing her new role as Lady of the Bedchamber and offering companionship. Their conversation highlights Margret's acceptance of Ead's true identity as a witch, showcasing her…
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The chapter opens with Queen Sabran of Inys confronting Ead and Loth in the Council Chamber after a night of upheaval. Sabran, having narrowly escaped a treasonous plot by the Duchess of Justice, demands answers from her companions. Ead, dressed in warrior-like attire, and Loth exchange uneasy glances as Sabran, weakened but resolute, presses them to explain their recent actions. The queen’s return to power follows the arrest of traitors and the arrival of dubious allies claiming to support her, all of…
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The chapter opens with Ead emerging from a prolonged, deathlike slumber, her senses slowly returning as she struggles to break free from her immobile state. A golden sun ignites within her, symbolizing her revival, while fragmented memories and voices—particularly Margret's—guide her back to consciousness. The "wretched fruit," an orange with mystical properties, plays a crucial role in her recovery, hinting at deeper lore and sacrifices made on her behalf. Ead's dry humor and Margret's steadfast care…
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The chapter opens with Tané deeply missing her homeland of Seiiki, yearning for its natural beauty and spiritual connection to her gods. Her guilt over Nayimathun's absence weighs heavily on her, as she fears the dragon may have been hunted down. Ead arrives, offering comfort and checking on Tané's recovery. Their conversation shifts to the impending battle, with Ead expressing cautious optimism about using the jewels to defeat the Nameless One. Tané remains skeptical, but Ead shares her theory on…
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The chapter "Abyss" opens with Loth observing the ghostly appearance of the *Reconciliation* and other ships emerging from the fog above the Bonehouse Trench. The scene is set for a pivotal moment as mercenaries in Cárscaro attempt to assassinate King Sigoso and secure Donmata Marosa, whose fate remains uncertain. The Unceasing Emperor, adorned in ornate armor, acknowledges Loth's presence, signaling the beginning of a significant alliance. The tension is palpable as the ships are tethered together, and…
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The chapter "Abyss" depicts a chaotic naval battle aboard the *Reconciliation*, where Loth and Queen Sabran face the onslaught of the Draconic Navy. Eastern dragons wreak havoc, breaching the waves to drag victims underwater, while fires rage and grappling hooks entangle combatants. Sabran, guarded by the Knights of the Body, watches as the witch Kalyba transforms from a wyrm into a woman on the *Defiance*. Recognizing the threat, Sabran declares that Ead must confront Kalyba, and Loth prepares to distract…
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The chapter opens with the ship *Rose Eternal* sailing along the western coast of Yscalin, a land recovering from the devastation of the Draconic Years. Fields are being replanted with lavender, and prayer houses are being rebuilt, signaling hope and renewal. Ead, now the Prioress of the Orange Tree, reflects on her new role as a leader rather than a handmaiden. She embraces her duty to protect the balance of the world, vowing to hunt down the dragon Fýredel and restore harmony when the Long-Haired Star…
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Niclays Roos returns to Brygstad, the capital of Mentendon, after years of exile, summoned by High Princess Ermuna to aid in diplomatic relations with Seiiki. Despite the city's familiar beauty—its sugared roofs, bell-gabled houses, and the towering Sanctuary of the Saint—Niclays feels no joy. Haunted by memories of his past, he reluctantly obeys the royal invitation, knowing refusal would risk another banishment. As his coach crosses the Sun Bridge, he reflects on his impoverished arrival decades…
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