1112 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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      Forty-Two

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Niclays Roos is deeply engrossed in deciphering an ancient text, *The Tale of Komoridu*, which he believes holds the key to immortality. Working tirelessly on a silk scroll, he meticulously copies characters of varying sizes, convinced they form a celestial map. His companion, Laya, interrupts his work with broth, teasing him about his obsession. Niclays defends his alchemical pursuits, claiming madness is a necessary trait for progress. The tension is palpable as he races against time,…
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      Forty-Three

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Ead prepares for a perilous journey to confront Kalyba, the banished and feared Lady of the Woods. Armed with weapons and clad in the white cloak of a postulant, she is seen off by Chassar and the ichneumon Aralaq. Chassar expresses confidence in Ead’s abilities but warns her to retreat if the danger becomes too great. Aralaq, though gruff, pledges to protect her, highlighting the bond between them. The chapter sets the stage for Ead’s quest, emphasizing the risks posed by Kalyba’s dark magic and the…
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      Forty-Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead's shock at encountering Lord Arteloth (Loth) in the Priory, a place where outsiders are forbidden. Both are stunned by the unexpected reunion, as Loth had been drugged and held captive for months. Despite his confusion, he recognizes Ead as his old friend and resolves to reconnect with her before his memories fade entirely. Ead, however, reacts with betrayal and anger, especially when she learns that Chassar, her mentor, deliberately kept Loth's presence from her. Ead confronts…
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      Forty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens on Feather Island, where Tané and Elder Vara witness the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. The beaches are flooded, and an eerie silence hangs over the land. The scholars discover the body of a young Seiikinese dragon washed ashore, its scales dulled by mist and birds. The elders conclude the dragon was boiled alive by the sea—an unnatural and ominous event that leaves the community in shock. Tané, deeply disturbed by the sight, struggles to comprehend the implications of such a…
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      Thirty-Four

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Queen Sabran’s pregnancy bringing joy to Inys, as the people celebrate the promise of a new heir despite the recent death of Prince Aubrecht. Sabran decides to return to Ascalon Palace to avoid the painful memories of Briar House, and the court prepares for the arrival of the child with new gowns and a refurbished lying-in chamber. However, beneath the surface of celebration, Sabran struggles with physical sickness and emotional turmoil, her condition carefully monitored by her…
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      Thirty-Five

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Niclays Roos, a former alchemist turned reluctant surgeon aboard the pirate ship *Pursuit*, successfully treats a crew member stung by a rare quarl, earning the favor of the Golden Empress. Despite his medical triumph, he endures harsh conditions, sleeping on the deck and facing abuse from pirates. His despair deepens as he reflects on his lost comforts in Orisima, contrasting sharply with his current plight. The chapter highlights his vulnerability and the precariousness of his new role under the…
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      Thirty-Six

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Ead keeping vigil over Queen Sabran, who remains gravely ill after being wounded by the White Wyrm. The aftermath of the attack haunts Ead, particularly the memory of Sabran's near-death experience and the loss of her unborn child. Despite rigorous precautions, Sabran developed a severe infection that left her infertile—a devastating revelation that threatens the continuity of the Berethnet bloodline. This secret is known only to a select few, including the Royal Physician and the…
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      Thirty-Seven

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens in the study of Principal Secretary Combe, a powerful and calculating figure whose unassuming workspace belies his influence. Ead Duryan, a Lady of the Bedchamber, is summoned and informed that Queen Sabran has discharged her from court due to their intimate relationship. Combe reveals his network of spies reported their affair, emphasizing the political instability it could cause. Ead maintains her composure but internally strategizes her next move, aware of the precariousness of her…
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      Thirty-Eight

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Tané, a scholar on Feather Island, engaging in her morning ritual of prayer and reflection in an underground cavern. She kneels before a unique statue of the Great Elder Kwiriki, depicted with hybrid animal features, finding solace in the quiet darkness. Her routine is interrupted by Elder Vara, an eccentric but kind figure who invites her to the restricted repository, a rare privilege. Tané hesitates, aware of the rules, but Elder Vara insists, leaving her to finish her prayers…
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      Thirty-Nine

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter follows Eadaz uq-Nāra as she journeys through the Burlah desert with a caravan of forty travelers. Clad in a white pargh and riding a camel, Ead reflects on her return to the South, which initially felt like a rebirth but soon became a harsh reminder of the desert's unforgiving nature. The caravan encounters Nuram tribesmen, who warn of wyrms venturing beyond the mountains, possibly emboldened by rumors of a High Western's sighting. Ead's thoughts drift to her visit to the Buried City near the…
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