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      Chapter Two

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense confrontation as Nesta Archeron is informed by Feyre and Rhys that she must relocate to the House of Wind and begin a strict regimen of training with Cassian in Windhaven, followed by work in the library. Nesta, visibly disheveled and resistant, reacts with hostility, refusing the arrangement outright. Cassian observes the dynamics warily, noting Feyre’s shielded presence and Rhys’s protective stance, hinting at underlying tensions and Nesta’s unpredictable power. The…
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      Chapter Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassian observes Rhysand in the High Lord’s study, a space rich with intricate details—hand-knotted carpets, a celestial model, and Feyre’s paintings. The room reflects their world’s complexity, blending artistry with power. Cassian notes Rhys’s meticulous tea-stirring, a contrast to his lethal precision in battle. The study’s two levels, filled with books and delicate objects, underscore the duality of their lives—scholarship and violence intertwined. Feyre’s paintings, some hauntingly…
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      Chapter Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Cassian observing Mor at a riverside café, where she basks in the sunlight, a stark contrast to her dark past in the Hewn City. Her appreciation for the sun reflects her liberation from her oppressive upbringing, a theme that lingers beneath their interaction. Cassian joins her, exchanging pleasantries with onlookers before settling into a familiar dynamic of playful banter. Their conversation quickly shifts to Nesta, with Mor making a sharp comment about her potential fit in the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassian waits anxiously in the training ring, uncertain if Nesta will honor their bargain after their first lesson. His concern grows when she misses breakfast, though he notes the House of Wind has discreetly provided her with food. The possibility of the sentient House observing his past actions unsettles him. When Nesta finally arrives, visibly sore and struggling from the previous day’s training, Cassian hides his relief with humor, teasing her about her stiffness while guiding her through…
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      Chapter Fifteen

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesta finds herself drawn to the unsettling darkness of the library's seventh level, standing at the railing of Level Six as she peers into the abyss below. The darkness feels alive, pulsing and breathing, reminiscent of the terrifying entity Bryaxis that once dwelled there. Though Bryaxis is gone, the darkness seems to retain a malevolent presence, stirring memories of Hybern's Ravens and the Cauldron that transformed her. Nesta becomes entranced, losing track of time and purpose, as the darkness whispers…
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      Chapter Sixteen

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Cassian struggling with intense arousal after his encounter with Nesta the previous night. Despite multiple attempts to relieve his tension, he remains restless and preoccupied with thoughts of her. At breakfast, their interaction is charged with unspoken desire, as Nesta blushes and avoids his gaze while reading a romance novel. Cassian’s attempts at casual conversation only heighten the tension, and he becomes acutely aware of his own physical reaction to her presence, making it…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesta approaches Clotho, the priestess of the library, with a proposition to train the priestesses in physical combat and mental discipline. She clarifies that Cassian, not herself, will oversee the training, emphasizing his respectful nature. Clotho hesitates, predicting few participants, but ultimately grants her blessing. Nesta posts a sign-up sheet, though initially, no names appear. Despite the lack of immediate interest, she remains committed to the idea, checking the list daily while continuing her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Nesta descending an endless stone stairwell, consumed by inner turmoil and physical exhaustion. Her thoughts spiral as she seeks escape from her own mind, yearning for distraction through music or wine. The repetitive motion of descending—marked by her burning handprint and counted steps—becomes a futile attempt to outrun her pain. By the thousandth step, she collapses against the cold stone, momentarily imagining a heartbeat within it, a fleeting comfort before the harsh reality…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts an intense and passionate encounter between Nesta and Cassian, beginning with a tentative kiss that quickly escalates into a moment of raw desire. Nesta initiates the kiss with her eyes open, observing Cassian's stunned reaction before he reciprocates with equal fervor. Their physical connection becomes overwhelming as Cassian pins her against a wall, their bodies aligning perfectly as the kiss deepens. The scene is charged with unspoken tension, as Nesta surrenders to the distraction,…
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      Chapter Twenty

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesta struggles with unresolved tension between herself and Cassian as they fly to the river house for a meeting. The proximity to him unsettles her, reminding her of their intense encounter the previous night. Upon arrival, the bustling city overwhelms her after weeks of isolation at the House. Cassian reassures her the meeting will be brief, but Nesta remains anxious about facing the others, particularly after her recent conflict with Elain. The grandeur of the river house does little to ease her…
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