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      Chapter Seven

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassian arrives at a war-scarred manor in the human lands, transported by Mor, to meet with the self-styled "Band of Exiles"—Jurian, Vassa, and Lucien. The estate bears visible damage from past conflicts, creating a desolate atmosphere under the moonlight. Mor departs quickly, leaving Cassian to navigate the diplomatic mission alone. His arrival follows a frustrating encounter with Nesta, whose deliberate defiance during a training session has left him agitated and seeking purpose elsewhere. Upon…
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      Chapter One

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassian, a battle-hardened warrior, hesitates outside Nesta’s dilapidated apartment in Velaris, conflicted by his mission to fetch her for Feyre. Despite his combat experience, he finds himself unnerved by the prospect of facing Nesta, who lives in a rundown building despite having better options. The tension is palpable as he knocks, bracing himself for her reaction, his body instinctively falling into a defensive stance. The door opens to reveal Nesta, disheveled and hostile, her appearance reflecting…
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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 Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesta enters a small shop in search of warmer clothing, noting its polished pine floors and neatly displayed garments. She encounters Emerie, a striking dark-haired female with scars on her wings, who offers practical assistance without acknowledging Nesta’s fame. Their conversation reveals Emerie’s blunt yet kind demeanor, as she inquires about Nesta’s needs and suggests fleece-lined leathers to combat the cold. Nesta, initially guarded, finds herself drawn to Emerie’s straightforwardness, a…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter IX begins in the stillness of early evening, where golden light casts soft shadows across the quiet meadows, and Hilda finds herself haunted by a memory that refuses to settle. A kiss, brief and impulsive, shared with young Harry Sterling, has planted itself deeply in her conscience, unsettling her peace. She had not intended to invite affection, and certainly not from someone whose youth and idealism stood in sharp contrast to her mature restraint and married status. Her feelings have become…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter IV shifts the focus toward Poltons’ vibrant gathering, where wit, charm, and subtle rivalry shape the interactions among its guests. At the heart of this social setting is Miss Audrey Liston, a novelist whose keen observation turns every moment into potential material. With her sharp eye for detail, she notices emotional currents others overlook, especially the gentle pull forming between Sir Gilbert Chillington and Miss Pamela Myles. As a writer deeply invested in realism, Miss Liston draws from…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter III opens with a sense of confusion surrounding Smugg's unexpected engagement, which seems out of place to his peers, who view him as neither particularly charming nor socially impressive. As the group of friends shares daily life preparing for exams, Smugg becomes the subject of mild curiosity and quiet ridicule. Yet, beneath his seemingly ordinary demeanor, he carries a private routine that breaks the monotony. Mornings that once held sleepy lectures or idle chats now find Smugg missing, which…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter II opens inside the inviting parlor of Colonel Holborow’s residence, where a group of bachelors shares laughter and brandy while recounting personal stories. The room, thick with camaraderie and casual arrogance, becomes the stage for Jack Dexter’s memorable confession. Unlike the others, who told light-hearted tales or excused their singlehood with vague regrets, Dexter's account veers into absurd territory. His attempt to woo Lady Mary Fitzmoine, a woman of grace and social standing, is…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter I begins with Harry Sterling’s return to Natterley, where he is no longer the gangly schoolboy the townspeople once knew. He now moves with the quiet confidence of youth on the cusp of adulthood. A cigarette rests between his lips—not smoked with bravado, but with the casualness of someone aware of the image he projects. At the lawn-tennis club, reactions to him vary. Young men nod in quiet approval, while younger boys look on with admiration laced with envy. The girls—older and…
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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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