2095 Results in the "Fiction" category


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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…
    • Lord, Have Mercy: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her husband attending evening Mass at Saint-Cécile, where the stifling atmosphere and tedious rituals test her patience. The Archbishop reminisces about his youthful archery skills, prompting a polite but strained exchange. Lou, bored and drowsy in her heavy wool gown, muses that staying awake would be a miracle. Her irreverent attitude contrasts sharply with the solemnity of the setting, highlighting her discomfort with religious formalities. Earlier in the day, Lou had…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The provided chapter excerpt from *Navani’s Notebook: The Fourth Bridge* appears to be a title page or introductory section, as it primarily consists of structural HTML markup and an image reference. The chapter does not contain substantial narrative or analytical content, but the inclusion of the book's title image suggests a focus on visual or thematic elements central to the work. The HTML formatting indicates a digital or multimedia component, possibly hinting at an interactive or enhanced reading…
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      27. Banners

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Navani reflecting on the symbolic and practical nature of war banners as they flutter in the cold wind of Urithiru. The banners, emblazoned with Dalinar’s glyph, serve both as markers of organization and as glaring targets for the enemy. Navani muses on the paradox of banners: they instill discipline and unity but also draw attention to key leaders, making them vulnerable. This introspection sets the tone for the chapter’s exploration of symbolism and strategy in…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Kaladin tends to an unconscious Teft in a hidden shelter, using Stormlight to improve their conditions. He carefully administers water to Teft with a makeshift syringe, hoping for his recovery, while Syl watches solemnly. Their conversation shifts to mortality as Syl expresses her fear of losing Kaladin, contrasting her immortal nature as a spren with human fragility. Kaladin deflects her concerns with distractions, but Syl’s unease lingers, revealing unresolved grief over her former…
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      84. Scholar

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani, isolated from her scholars and barred from administrative duties, finds herself with an unexpected opportunity to fully immerse herself in scholarly pursuits. Though she has long lamented the distractions of politics and leadership, she now confronts the reality of her own tendency to involve herself in such matters. With Raboniel monitoring her progress, Navani turns her attention to scientific experimentation, driven by the tantalizing possibility of discovering a way to end the war by creating a…
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      113. Emotion

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Navani grapples with the disorienting aftermath of her severed connection to the Sibling, feeling diminished yet retaining a faint awareness of the tower's crystalline veins. The Sibling expresses reluctance about their unusual bond, questioning Navani's intentions regarding fabrials and captured spren. Navani reassures the Sibling, advocating for compromise and collaboration, though the Sibling remains skeptical. Their dialogue underscores the tension between human ingenuity and spren mistrust, setting…
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      6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Elend observes Vin and Ham sparring in the palace courtyard, feeling conflicted about his own lack of combat training. He acknowledges that no amount of practice would make him a match for an Allomantic assassin, yet he finds himself drawn to the scene. The physical contrast between the muscular Ham and the petite Vin is striking, especially as she wields a staff taller than herself. Their training session is restricted to pewter-enhanced strength, as Ham believes mastering basic skills is essential even…
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      38

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vin and Elend preparing for a pivotal Assembly Hall vote that will determine the future kingship of Luthadel. Despite Vin's nervousness, Elend appears confident as they greet arriving Assemblymen. Vin reflects on her transition back to wearing elegant gowns, a symbol of her dual identity, while Elend reminisces about their early days together. Their brief moment of intimacy is overshadowed by Vin's growing unease about the impending political confrontation, sensing an underlying…
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