Selene was tempted to resist as the guards surrounded them. She had never been caught by the guards in Izan’larai, but she knew the price for capture and she was not ready to lose either hand. However, no one else resisted, so she followed suit. Huh. Weird. First time I’ve ever been captured, and I…… Continue reading Chapter 38: Behind Bars
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Chapter 37: Skirmish at the Gates
The continued march toward the Hollow was uneventful. The walls of the Hollow rose ever higher as they approached. In the darkness of their first night, Selene had not realized just how massive they were. In the sunlight and through the haze, she could see them standing high above all but the nearby tower Jezran…… Continue reading Chapter 37: Skirmish at the Gates
Chapter 36: Quiet Streets
Shrouded in mists, the streets of Lendrigol were quiet. No beasts stalked the streets, no Umbralivants loomed overhead. It was as if the whole area was silent, hushed in anticipation. Selene was the first to break the silence. “So,” she began, “Spooky nothing’s here.” “Yeah,” Ari said warily, “Normally, nothing would be a good thing,…… Continue reading Chapter 36: Quiet Streets
Chapter 35: Traverse the Mists
Everybody took a moment as they all breathed a collective sigh of relief. “So…that went well,” Selene said, staring up at the ceiling as she fought against a strong urge to sleep for a week. Looking around, she saw they found themselves in another strange chamber. This one appeared to be the inside of some…… Continue reading Chapter 35: Traverse the Mists
Chapter 34: Escape
Lendrig’s cackle echoed in their minds as bestial roars echoed from the hall. The echo did not help pinpoint distance, but it did solidify Lendrig’s threat. Time was short, but Argent did not hesitate. His eyes met the monk’s, “Hamish, we need to get the doors shut. Now.” Hamish nodded. As the two rushed over…… Continue reading Chapter 34: Escape
Chapter 33: A Challenge by Magus
Hamish did not spare a glance for the Magus. He searched the room before his eyes fell on Selene’s body. Without a second thought, he rushed to her side. Hamish cradled her head in his giant hand. Eyes filled with concern, he asked her softly, “My friend, are you alright?” “Hamish…” Selene croaked, voice barely…… Continue reading Chapter 33: A Challenge by Magus
Chapter 32: Lendrig
We shall start with you, Malenai. Step forward. Selene moved before she could even consider resistance. Your trespass is the most egregious, but also the most disappointing. Surely, your master knew you could not hide from my sight? “Wha-?” Confusion does you no credit, Malenai. I know the presence of another Heart’s influence. No doubt…… Continue reading Chapter 32: Lendrig
Chapter 31: Search Party
“This Lendrig does not seem to be a good fellow,” Hamish grimaced as Ari and Argent seemed to take turns answering what they knew. The trio rushed through ancient halls in search of a trail, or anything, that might lead them to the remaining members of their party. No trace had yet to be found. …… Continue reading Chapter 31: Search Party
Chapter 30: Before the Throne
Selene and Jezran were dragged through countless intersecting tunnels and hallways. Outside of the bindings on their hands, they were left altogether unhindered. It was likely so the fish-men did not need to carry the two of them the entire way. This allowed the two to process the path they took. Even if, due to…… Continue reading Chapter 30: Before the Throne
Chapter 29: Strength of Brackva
Hamish woke slowly from his slumber, stretching and yawning loudly. Thanks to Jezran’s potion, he had slept comfortably in a dreamless sleep. His mind was at peace. As he blinked the sleep out of his eyes, Hamish noticed he alone rested beside the cinders of the campfire. The rest of the party was missing. “Friends?”…… Continue reading Chapter 29: Strength of Brackva