1132 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


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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 the narrator grappling with feelings of uncertainty and isolation, finding solace in literature, a passion inherited from her mother. While her mother cherished classic literature and poetry, the narrator now struggles with the tragic endings so common in these works, preferring the straightforward truth of journalism over romanticized grief. Despite this, she remains tethered to literature through her required class, where she is introduced to *Tess of the d’Urbervilles*. This…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol, confined to a wheelchair, waits until Nesryn leaves before summoning the servant Kadja to request information about the attack on Rifthold. He struggles with his inability to speak her language fluently but manages to convey his need for news about his homeland. Concerned about Nesryn bearing the burden of grim news alone, he tasks Kadja with gathering information from the docks. Despite knowing Kadja likely reports to the palace royals, Chaol dismisses the risk, prioritizing his people’s fate…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Celaena and Ansel face the consequences of their reckless decision to steal Asterion horses, realizing their actions have already reached the Master. Upon returning to the fortress, they are met by Mikhail and other assassins, forcing them to kneel before the Master in his receiving chamber. As the Master approaches, Celaena recalls a traumatic memory of Arobynn’s violence and Sam’s desperate threats, momentarily distracting her from the present. The tension escalates as Ansel attempts to justify their…
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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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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense atmosphere, as the narrator reflects on an oppressive silence that fuels fears about their mother’s wellbeing. The setting is a small town suffering from a relentless drought, where rain symbolizes not only relief but also renewal and forgiveness. The narrator’s window is open, inviting a non-existent breeze, and the night is heavy with humidity and thick clouds. Amidst this uneasy calm, the narrator’s protective instincts emerge as they comfort their two younger…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the opening of the chapter, Cassian stands before Nesta's door, grappling with hesitation despite his extensive combat experience. His internal conflict highlights a sense of vulnerability, contrasting sharply with his usual battlefield toughness. The dilapidated state of her residence reflects her current turmoil and disconnection from her surroundings, emphasizing her emotional decline. Cassian’s concern about her living conditions and her refusal of the offer to stay in the more comfortable family…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol Westfall, former Captain of the Royal Guard and now Hand to the King of Adarlan, finds himself confined to a wheeled chair, a constant reminder of his physical limitations. The chapter opens with his disdain for the sound of wheels clattering, a noise that haunts him as he navigates the opulent palace of the Khagan in Antica. The palace’s grandeur, built from materials sourced across the Southern Continent, serves as a stark contrast to Chaol’s inner turmoil. He reflects on the mosaics depicting…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chaol Westfall, the former Captain of the Royal Guard and now Hand to the King of Adarlan, arrives at the Khagan’s palace in Antica, resentful of the sound of his wheelchair’s wheels. The palace’s grandeur, built from materials across the Southern Continent, reflects the khaganate’s power and history. Chaol observes the intricate mosaics depicting the empire’s rise, drawing parallels to what Adarlan could have been without its corrupt ruler. Accompanied by Nesryn, his companion and Captain of the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Celaena Sardothien, Adarlan's greatest assassin, finds herself in the brutal expanse of the Red Desert, enduring scorching heat and oppressive conditions as she journeys toward the fortress of the Silent Assassins. Sent by her mentor, Arobynn Hamel, as punishment for defying his orders to trade slaves, she reflects on the consequences of her rebellion—bruises, cuts, and now this grueling exile. Guided by a wary nomad who abandons her two miles from her destination, Celaena presses forward alone, battling…
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