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      Chapter Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Four, Celaena Sardothien grapples with her moral dilemma regarding her involvement in a slave shipment. Despite her reputation as a skilled assassin, she is deeply troubled by her role in retrieving slaves who are innocent victims fighting for their freedom. Her insomnia and emotional turmoil are compounded by her loss of her moral compass after Ben’s death, whom she considered a compassionate ally. The chapter reveals her internal conflict and growing resolve to find a way to thwart the deal,…
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      Chapter Twelve

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter Twelve, Celaena confronts Arobynn in his study after a tumultuous night filled with deception and violence. She reports that Doneval’s partner has destroyed his documents before dying by poisoning, and she has burned Doneval’s house, leaving his fate ambiguous. Despite her efforts, Arobynn remains stoic, revealing that the documents she obtained were sent to Leighfer rather than being part of a legitimate trade agreement. This indicates a deeper conspiracy involving the king and Leighfer,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Rhysand observing the harsh winter conditions of the Illyrian Mountains, contrasting the bustling Windhaven camp with his peaceful, snow-covered city of Velaris. He reflects on his mate, Feyre, and their brief mental conversation, longing to show her the beauty of their home. Meanwhile, the Illyrian camp thrives despite the brutal weather, with warriors training and others performing daily chores. Rhysand notes the rigid gender roles, where females are confined to domestic tasks…
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      Chapter Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Nesta and Cassian in the House of Wind’s dining room, where Cassian insists Nesta eat a nutritious breakfast of porridge and eggs to sustain her energy for the day. Nesta resists, demanding toast instead, but Cassian explains the importance of steady energy from whole foods. Their exchange is tense, with Nesta bristling at his authoritative tone and Cassian remaining unyielding. The dynamic highlights their combative relationship, as Nesta’s stubbornness clashes with Cassian’s…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in the Court of Nightmares, where Rhysand, Amren, Feyre, Cassian, and Azriel interrogate two captured Autumn Court soldiers in a gruesome dungeon. The room, feared even by Keir’s Darkbringers, houses a pit of ravenous beasts awakened by the prisoners’ blood. Despite Azriel’s brutal methods, the males remain unresponsive, their vacant expressions suggesting they are under an enchantment. Rhysand questions their motives for attacking his court in the Bog of Oorid, but the soldiers…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Eris leads a small caravan eastward, accompanied by Briallyn, with Cassian and Azriel secretly tracking them. The group enters an ancient, moss-covered forest, eventually stopping at a lakeside camp. Cassian and Azriel observe from a distance, noting the mix of nobility and soldiers among Eris’s party. The tension escalates when Eris suddenly confronts Cassian, holding Nesta’s dagger to his ribs, revealing a calculated trap. Meanwhile, Nesta, Gwyn, and Emerie struggle to ascend a treacherous mountain…
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      Twenty-Six

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Queen Sabran preparing for her first public appearance in fourteen years, a royal progress to Ascalon that has stirred excitement across Inys. Ead Duryan, one of her ladies-in-waiting, discreetly arms herself with hidden blades, hinting at underlying tensions. The queen’s attire—midnight velvet and a sword-shaped brooch—is carefully chosen to evoke her late mother, Queen Rosarian, and to project regal divinity. Sabran’s sleeplessness and quiet demeanor reveal her anxiety…
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      Fifty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Lord Arteloth (Loth) aboard the *Elegant* as he journeys across the treacherous Abyss, weary of the sea and longing for land. The narrative reveals that Queen Sabran of Inys has successfully rallied support for an unprecedented alliance with Eastern heretics and wyrms, despite religious and political opposition. The desperate plan involves dividing the Draconic Army by besieging Cárscaro, forcing Fýredel to defend it, thereby weakening their forces for the impending battle against the…
    • The Forbidden Infirmary: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou recounts her recent ordeal to her husband, carefully omitting key details about Angelica’s Ring and Madame Labelle’s involvement to avoid further suspicion. She strategically emphasizes the danger she faced from Andre and Grue, knowing her husband’s protective instincts will work in her favor. Despite their strained relationship, she notes his unexpected defense of her in the dungeon, which momentarily overshadows his usual arrogance. Lou’s cunning nature shines as she manipulates the situation…
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      1. Calluses

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with an epigraph from Navani Kholin, discussing the mechanics of attracting spren by using gemstones and familiar elements. This sets a thematic tone for the chapter, which then shifts to focus on Lirin, a surgeon calmly treating a child for scurvy amidst a refugee crisis. Lirin’s training helps him remain composed as he assists the child’s mother, offering a token for juice and promising to help locate her missing children. The scene highlights the dire conditions in Hearthstone,…
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