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      by testsuphomeAdmin Elend Venture, exhausted and strategizing late into the night, contemplates a plan to undermine his former friend Jastes by counterfeiting the wooden coins used to pay the koloss mercenaries. He hopes to buy time and eventually bribe the koloss away from Jastes’ control. As he prepares to retire, Vin bursts into his room, emotionally distraught and physically wounded, revealing she has killed Zane—Straff’s Mistborn and, shockingly, Elend’s half-brother. Despite her injuries, Vin’s primary concern…
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      47. The Expert

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The Expert, in the 1970 courtroom, was Prosecutor Eric Chastain, who vigorously questioned Sheriff Jackson regarding the circumstances surrounding the discovery of Chase Andrews' body at the base of the fire tower. Chastain’s approach was to suggest foul play, pointing out the lack of footprints or any substantial evidence that could explain how Chase had ended up at the base of the tower. The absence of fingerprints or any other definitive clues near the scene was a crucial element in his argument, but…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Vin grapples with her growing detachment from the violence she commits, disturbed by her own indifference. Sitting on her balcony in Luthadel, she senses the presence of the mist spirit and the increasingly powerful thumping of the Well of Ascension, which draws her attention northward. Despite its pull, she feels overwhelmed by her failures in love, duty, and protection, stretched too thin to address the many demands on her—unfinished research, unresolved suspicions about her crew, and the incomplete…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin King of the World, a significant chapter set in 1969, begins with Kya embarking on a journey that marks a key turning point in her life. She sets off in her boat toward the wharf managed by Jumpin’, where she plans to obtain a bus schedule for her upcoming trip to Greenville. This trip holds considerable weight for Kya, as it will be her first face-to-face meeting with her editor, Robert Foster, after years of exchanging letters and notes about her book. Their written exchanges have been filled with deep…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Breeze, a noble-born member of Kelsier’s crew, reflects on his unique perspective of intrigue, shaped by his aristocratic upbringing. Unlike the brutal, survival-driven betrayals of the skaa underworld, noble intrigues were more abstract, with consequences spanning generations. Despite his background, Breeze has found camaraderie in the tight-knit crew, using his Allomantic powers to foster unity. His past experiences make him particularly attuned to subtle signs of conspiracy, which he detects in a…
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      45. Red Cap

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Red Cap became a significant focal point in the trial, as the questioning by Tom Milton, Kya’s defense attorney, skillfully revealed the gaps in the prosecution’s case. With his strategic questioning, Milton sought to shift the focus away from the more speculative elements of the evidence, bringing attention to the inconsistencies and doubts surrounding the supposed events leading to Chase Andrews' death. One of the key moments in his questioning came when he asked Dr. Cone, the expert witness, whether…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Sazed and Tindwyl continue their research into the Hero of Ages, uncovering new clues from historical texts. Tindwyl discovers a direct reference to the prophecy in the biography of Helenntion, a survivor of the Council of Khlennium, which clarifies that the Hero won’t be Terris. This contrasts with earlier thirdhand accounts, providing a more reliable source. The passage mentions the Rabzeen, a figure some believed was either the Hero or the Conqueror, adding depth to their understanding of the…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Kaladin carries an unconscious Teft through the dark tunnels of Urithiru, fleeing from his past decisions and the consequences of defying the queen's orders. Each step feels like a fracture in his life, leaving behind metaphorical stains of guilt and failure. Despite his exhaustion, he pushes forward, relying on Stormlight to sustain him, though he worries about running out of energy. Syl, his spren companion, scouts ahead, guiding him through the labyrinthine tower, now an enemy stronghold rather than a…
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      44. Cell Mate

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cell Mate, in the chapter set in 1970, Kya’s physical and emotional isolation within the confines of her prison cell is highlighted, with her mind often drifting to the weight of her past and the ongoing trial. The harsh reality of being locked away from the world she knew is only magnified by her internal struggles. Kya contemplates her past relationships, particularly with Tate, whose visits she continues to decline. This decision, however, is not born from indifference; rather, it stems from a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In the cold morning, Breeze observes Cett’s army withdrawing and senses Clubs’s uncharacteristic tension. Despite the apparent standoff between the remaining armies, Clubs believes the situation is dire. He explains that Straff Venture, Elend’s father, will soon realize he can let the koloss—ferocious creatures—attack the city first, sparing his own forces. This strategy would leave Luthadel devastated, allowing Straff to claim the atium and symbolic victory with minimal effort. Breeze, though…
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