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      by testsuphomeAdmin Yrene Towers, a talented healer, reflects on her transformative two years at the Torre Cesme, a prestigious healing tower in Antica. The chapter opens with her deep affection for the tower’s highest room, where she first found safety and acceptance under the guidance of Hafiza, the Healer on High. Yrene’s journey from an unknown healer’s daughter to a respected figure among her peers is highlighted, emphasizing her dedication and the magical gifts she wields. Despite the physical and emotional toll…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol, exhausted and uneasy, struggles with sleep in the opulent yet tense household of a tentative ally. The heat, the lurking dangers of spies, and the haunting memories of Rifthold’s fall weigh heavily on him. As he prepares for a crucial meeting, he observes the lavish surroundings—filled with fine crafts and treasures from across the khagan’s empire—while grappling with the stark contrast between this peaceful, multicultural city and the fractured, fearful world he left behind. Princess…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Yrene, a healer, is unsettled by her first encounter with Lord Westfall, a former captain whose youthful appearance and hopeful demeanor clash with her expectations. Despite her professionalism, she reacts with uncharacteristic rudeness, overwhelmed by unresolved emotions tied to his past. Struggling to compose herself, she arrives late to his appointment, distracted by the physical and emotional weight of his injuries, including a spinal condition that challenges her skills. The tension between them is…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Yrene sensing Chaol's simmering anger, though it is not directed at the female acolytes who admire him during his combat lesson. Despite the somber mood following the library attack, Chaol remains focused and precise in his teaching, earning smiles from both the students and the volunteer guards. However, Yrene notices his cold demeanor toward her, his eyes glinting with frost whenever she intervenes. The lesson concludes successfully, with the women dispersing and a few lingering to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Chaol trapped in a void of darkness and pain, haunted by vivid, traumatic memories. He relives scenes of fire, death, and betrayal, including a woman with golden hair attempting to kill him and the aftermath of his own violent actions. These visions are interspersed with physical agony, as red-hot whips lash his body, and emotional torment, as he confronts his failures and the blurred line between what he hated and what he became. The void refuses to acknowledge his attempts to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Yrene grapples with the aftermath of an intense encounter with Chaol, fueled by the effects of an opiate smoke at a noble party. Overheated and frantic, she retreats to her room, struggling to regain control as the substance's influence lingers. The smoke has stripped her of inhibitions, leaving her consumed by desire and confusion. By dawn, though the physical effects fade, a lingering unease settles in her gut as she prepares to face Chaol again, burdened by the weight of her actions and the lie she fed…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol and Yrene grapple with a troubling revelation about the potential existence of three Valg kings, not just one, which threatens their world. Chaol’s distress is palpable as he struggles to recall the fate of the other two kings, his fear and anger simmering beneath the surface. Yrene attempts to calm him, recognizing his emotional state is unfit for their healing session. Their dialogue reveals the weight of their mission and the dire consequences of failure, as Chaol confesses the Valg’s…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Nesryn reflects on her complicated relationship with Chaol, recognizing his recent attention stems from guilt rather than genuine interest. Though she tells herself she’s fine being a placeholder for the other women in his life, her weariness is evident as she returns to the palace after a fruitless search for Valg activity. Seeking solitude, she climbs to the aerie where Kadara, Sartaq’s ruk, is feasting. The prince surprises her, revealing his network of spies and inquiring about her well-being.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Yrene and Chaol visit the Torre library after lunch, where Chaol demonstrates improved mobility by mounting his horse with ease. Yrene feels a deep sense of belonging upon entering the Torre, as if the tower itself welcomes her. The library’s lower levels are accessible via ramps, though Yrene must occasionally help Chaol navigate stairs, marking the first time she physically assists his wheelchair. Their camaraderie is evident as Chaol interacts with Yrene’s peers, and Yrene reflects on his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol spends an evening in the Torre kitchens with Yrene, where Cook overwhelms them with an abundance of food. Despite their protests, they indulge in the meal, sharing a comfortable silence as they observe the kitchen's bustling activity. As night falls, Yrene and Cook insist Chaol stay overnight, and he agrees, sending a note to Nesryn at the palace. Yrene leads him to a small, ground-level room in the physicians' complex, which overlooks a garden courtyard and is modest but welcoming. In the room,…
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