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Chapter 29; Secret Lover
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Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 30; Faerie Whore
I awoke to the soft, early morning light filtering through the lace curtains of my old bedroom. For a moment, I lay still, my mind struggling to reconcile the familiar surroundings with the tumultuous events that had brought me back to Ferngrove. The quilted blanket, the carved wooden furniture, and the scent of lavender from the garden below—it all felt like a dream, too fragile to be real.I sat up slowly, letting my fingers trail over the edge of the bed, grounding myself in the texture of the embroidered coverlet. A hesitant smile tugged at my lips. I was home, truly home.The door creaked open, and a trio of maids bustled in, their presence both comforting and routine. Each moved with practiced efficiency, carrying towels, soaps, and steaming pitchers of water."Good morning, Lady Maerwynn," the head maid, Agnes, said with a respectful curtsy. "We've drawn your bath."I nodded, still a bit dazed. "Thank you, Agnes."Agnes, like Edina had said, oversees the others. She's more like
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 31; Claws Like Iron
The sun was high in the sky, casting dappled light through the canopy as Adrian and I rode into the woods. The scent of pine and earth filled the air, mingling with the rhythmic thud of hooves on the forest floor. My senses were heightened, the world around me vivid and alive.Adrian rode close beside me, his presence a comforting shadow. The path ahead promised not only the thrill of the hunt but also a chance to reclaim a sense of normalcy, to remind myself of the strength I had gained."Ready for a real challenge?" Adrian called out, a playful gleam in his eyes.I grinned, feeling the excitement bubbling up inside me. "Always."We rode deeper into the woods, the sounds of the forest enveloping us. Birds chirped overhead, and the rustling of leaves whispered secrets in the breeze. It was a world away from the whispers of town gossip, a place where I could breathe freely.Suddenly, Adrian reined in his horse, holding up a hand. I followed his gaze and spotted a deer grazing in a smal
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 32; Hunting For Danger
As the physician finished his work, the room fell into a tense silence. The injured man lay still, his breathing ragged but stable for now. The two hunters stood by, their faces etched with worry and exhaustion."We need to know more about this creature," the lead physician said, his voice grave. "If it attacked you once, it could attack others."The burly man nodded. "We'll help in any way we can, but we barely escaped with our lives. It was a miracle we managed to get him here."Edina stepped forward, her expression resolute. "We should warn the village. If this creature is as dangerous as you say, everyone needs to be wary of the woods for now and prepared as well."I nodded in agreement. "I should go with you, Edina. We need to inform my father and the council. They’ll know what to do."We hurried out of the infirmary, the air outside cool and bracing. The village was a bustle of activity, people going about their evening routines, unaware of the impending threat. That was an Alg
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 33; Hunt At Day
Perched on a gnarled oak, its weathered wings folded and unfurled with a rhythmic, almost hypnotic precision. The creature's body was an unsettling blend of sinewy strength and emaciated sharpness. Its talons gripped the branch like iron clamps, and its shimmering, predatory eyes scanned the assembly of hunters gathered at the base of the tree. It was every bit the nightmare predator I remembered."Now!" I yelled, my voice piercing the tense silence.A volley of arrows and spears shot towards the beast. I nocked an arrow in my bow, my heart pounding. Suddenly, its eyes locked onto mine, and for a moment, time seemed to freeze. Then, with a powerful thrust, it leaped from the branch, wings slicing through the air as it hurtled toward me. The missiles of the hunters passed through empty space, unable to find their mark. The creature moved with a spectral grace, weaving through the trees like a ghost until it was nearly upon me.Its talons extended, sharp and deadly, like a hawk closing
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 34; A Nexus Point
I sat still in the solace of my room as Adrian applied a soothing balm to my sides. His touch was gentle, each motion deliberate and precise. My eyes narrowed on the green balm, and I grimaced. The pain was stinging, but I had endured much worse. This balm was nothing compared to the agony of being wounded by the Algoths in that dark cave or the searing pain of Orlo's whip on my back, lashing my skin until it felt like it would be torn to pieces."You should not go for the hunt tomorrow," Adrian muttered, breaking the silence of the room. My eyes settled on him. He looked up at me, his gaze steadfast and concerned. "This is just a bruise, a cut, Maerwynn, but it could've been worse.""You have no idea what I faced in Lyria. This is nothing.""You keep talking about how much you faced, but your loved ones are just glad to have you back. They wish those times had never happened. Stop trying to prove something or solidify your point about how brave you were. We know how brave you are. S
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 35; Fallen Hero
Adrian and I spent the rest of the afternoon in the library, immersed in ancient tomes, scrolls, and maps. Piece by piece, the mysteries we sought to unravel began to take shape. The room was filled with the scent of old parchment and the soft rustling of pages. We were prepared for a long night of study and discovery.But then a messenger arrived, his face etched with sorrow and tragedy. We abandoned our work and hurried back to the mansion. Upon our return, I was struck by a sight that made my heart plummet—General Tsami lay lifeless on the cold stone floor, his body bloodied and wounded.Words failed me, and my knees buckled as I knelt beside his still form. Edina's sobs echoed in the room; she couldn't bear to look at the body. Tsami's eyes were closed forever, his face marred with scratches. Dark, sticky blood clung to his clothes."He was stabbed by the creature's claws while trying to save a hunter," one survivor explained, his voice trembling. "He told us to run, to escape and
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 36; I've Got You
A shadow darted out from the trees, and before I could react, an Algoth lunged at me. Its claws slashed through the air, narrowly missing my face. I drew an arrow and fired, the shaft piercing the creature’s side. It screeched in pain, but more emerged from the darkness, their eyes gleaming with malevolence.I fought them off as best I could, firing arrow after arrow, but my strength was waning. The stitches from my previous wounds pulled and tore, sending waves of pain through my body. My vision blurred, and I felt myself growing weaker with each passing moment.One of the Algoths struck me from the side, knocking me off my horse. I hit the ground hard, the impact driving the breath from my lungs. Pain exploded through my body, and I struggled to rise, but my limbs refused to cooperate.The Algoths circled around me, their eyes glowing in the darkness. I tried to reach for my dagger, but my hands were trembling too much to grip it properly. Desperation filled me as I realized how hel
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 37; You Belong To Me
When I awoke, the warmth of Valen's presence was gone. I rolled to the other side of the bed, my eyes glaring out the window at the dark sky dotted with twinkling stars. A small smile curved my lips. I stretched, raising my hands above my head, and then froze as I realized I was naked under the covers.I gasped, my fingers curling around the top of the blanket. Pulling it up to my chest, I sat up abruptly. What had happened? Why was I naked? Had Valen and I been intimate?The door creaked open, and Valen entered the room, a sweet smile playing on his lips. "I knew I heard your raging thoughts," he said, his smile deepening. "You're awake. Again. You feel okay?"He sat at the edge of the bed, his gaze unwavering.My hands tightened on the sheets as I nodded slowly. "Good.""Valen...""Yes, Maerwynn?""Did—did we...?""No, darling. If I ever got around to pleasuring you, I would make sure you remembered every little bit of it for a very, very long time."His impulsive words sent a ru
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