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      Sixty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a formidable Eastern fleet crossing the Abyss, armored with advanced weaponry and protective materials derived from Seiikinese wyrms. The flagship *Dancing Pearl* leads the armada, accompanied by the *Defiance*, carrying the Warlord of Seiiki. Dragons swim alongside the ships, their riders braving the harsh conditions. Loth observes one such rider, noting the potential for unity between the divided worlds if reconciliation is achieved. The scene sets a tone of impending conflict and…
    • The Guest of Honor: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with King Auguste hosting a grand ball to honor Reid for saving his family from a witch attack. Lou, the narrator, reflects on the irony of celebrating Reid’s success, as his failure would have spared her from her own dire predicament. Despite her reservations, she acknowledges Reid’s heroism, even as she grapples with her conflicted feelings about his actions. The scene sets a tone of tension and dark humor, with Lou’s internal monologue revealing her sharp wit and underlying…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kaladin aboard the *Fourth Bridge*, watching his abandoned hometown of Hearthstone shrink below. Despite once envisioning a triumphant return, he feels little pain at leaving it forever, recognizing it ceased being his home long ago. His attention shifts to the expanded ranks of Bridge Four, now hundreds strong, which feels overwhelming compared to its original tight-knit camaraderie. Exhausted and battered, Kaladin reflects on his physical and emotional state, noting how…
    • 35. The Strength of a Soldier Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Adolin finds solace in reconnecting with Shallan after their encounter with the starspren, appreciating Ua’pam’s suggestion for alone time. Despite their bond, he reflects on their differing strengths—Shallan excels in deception and artistry, while politics should be his domain as a former heir to the throne. As he prepares for their journey, Adolin loads Gallant, his Ryshadium, musing on the simplicity of a horse’s life compared to human complexities. His thoughts shift to strategy, recalling…
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      63. Practice

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Kaladin struggling through vivid nightmares of his friends' deaths, leaving him emotionally shaken. Syl, his spren companion, tries to ground him in reality as he wakes, but the lingering horror of his visions mirrors the aftermath of battle. Kaladin finds a small bag of glowing gemstones left by Dabbid, hinting at the mysterious ways the tower's inhabitants move and interact. He proceeds with his morning routine, tending to Teft, who remains unconscious, finding solace in the…
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      92. A Gift

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a philosophical reflection on the fragility of bonds, warning that severing them leads to a loss of connection between realms, reducing beings to mere souls that fade into oblivion. Venli, serving as Raboniel's interpreter, stands beside her during military reports, translating for Regals who speak Azish. The setting—a throne at the base of a stairwell—evokes grim memories of human casualties from a recent battle, underscored by the scent of burning flesh and the hastily repaired…
    • Chapter 20 – The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 20 – The beasts of Tarzan unfolds with growing desperation as Tarzan and his group remain marooned on Jungle Island. The focus turns to building a means of escape—a seaworthy vessel to return to civilization. This project, while essential, begins to test the unity and discipline of the group. Tarzan's leadership is firm, yet cracks appear among the crew. Laziness, complaints, and veiled resistance rise, particularly from Kincaid’s men, who no longer conceal their reluctance to work. Jane’s…
    • Chapter 16 – Tarzan Again Leads the Mangani Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 16 – Tarzan Again Leads the Mangani unfolds with Tarzan leading a pursuit to save Jane Clayton and retrieve the stolen jewels. The plot intensifies as Achmet Zek, the ruthless leader of the raiders, organizes his men to capture Werper, his deserter lieutenant, and sets out to form a vast hunting circle. Their objective is clear: to track their prey to the center of the circle, but the tension heightens when, during a brief rest, Achmet Zek is alerted by a noise. To his surprise, he finds Jane,…
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      Chapter 23

      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 23 It had been a year since I had stalked through that labyrinth of snow and ice and killed a faerie with hate in my heart. My family’s emerald-roofed estate was as lovely at the end of winter as it had been in the summer. A different sort of beauty, though—the pale marble seemed warm against the stark snow piled high across the land, and bits of evergreen and holly adorned the windows, the archways, and the lampposts. The only bit of decoration, of celebration, humans bothered with. Not when…
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      Chapter 57

      by testsuphomeAdmin CHAPTER 57 Spring had at last dawned on the human world, crocuses and daffodils poking their heads out of the thawed earth.Only the eldest and the golden-haired queens came this time. They were escorted by just as many guards, however.I once again wore my flowing, ivory gown and crown of gold feathers, once again beside Rhysand as the queens and their sentries winnowed into the sitting room.But now Rhys and I stood hand in hand—unflinching, a song without end or beginning.The eldest queen slid her…
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