Rather than squeeze all the magicians into the master’s house, the villagers had found room for them in the unoccupied houses of the village. Jayan had been longing to sleep in a real bed, but when he realised that he, Dakon and Tessia were taking up residence in the home of a family who had died...
He was taking smaller quantities of nemmin now, but that meant he often woke early and spent the last hours of the night worrying. “I spoke to Viola again this afternoon,” Tania said suddenly. “She’s still aloof—the other servants say she’s put a high value on herself sinc...
“In general, I believe. What are your impressions?” She nodded. “Most have accepted your story.” “And the rest?” “Are known to be rumor-mongers.” Dannyl nodded. Thinking back to Lord Garrel’s questions...
Emerahl had not expected it to be since there were priests aplenty, the Temple was not far from the market and she had even seen a few Dreamweavers about. It appeared few of either were female, however. Her customers had been women of all ages, too shy or embarrassed to consult a male healer abou...
He ignored it, but the sensation came again and something about it made his skin prickle. The interruption was annoying but, as he had been taught, he accepted it and carefully disengaged his mind from the growing gemstone. As awareness of his surroundings returned, he ope...
A blue-clad figure stepped out and started toward the Entrance Hall. “Administrator,” Dannyl called. Lorlen stopped and turned around. Seeing Dannyl approaching, he smiled. “Good morning, Lord Dannyl.” “I was just coming to s...