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Chapter 9

Auteur: Emidan
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Not a question so much as a venom-coated string of words. He glanced at the end of the table, where my empty chair stood. “And the summons found the girl responsible.” The golden-masked one gave a low, bitter laugh and pointed at me. “The Treaty’s magic brought me right to her doorstep.” The stranger whirled with fluid grace. His mask was bronze and fashioned after a wolf’s features, concealing all but the lower half of his face— along with most of what looked like a wicked, slashing scar from his brow down to his jaw. It didn’t hide the eye that was missing—or the carved golden orb that had replaced it and moved as though he could use it. It fixed on me. Even from across the room, I could see his remaining russet eye widen. He sniffed once, his lips curling a bit to reveal straight white teeth, and then he turned to the other faerie. “You’re joking,” he said quietly. “That scrawny thing brought down Andras with a single cold iron arrow?” Bastard—an absolute bastard. A pity I didn’t

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  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 9

    Not a question so much as a venom-coated string of words. He glanced at the end of the table, where my empty chair stood. “And the summons found the girl responsible.” The golden-masked one gave a low, bitter laugh and pointed at me. “The Treaty’s magic brought me right to her doorstep.” The stranger whirled with fluid grace. His mask was bronze and fashioned after a wolf’s features, concealing all but the lower half of his face— along with most of what looked like a wicked, slashing scar from his brow down to his jaw. It didn’t hide the eye that was missing—or the carved golden orb that had replaced it and moved as though he could use it. It fixed on me. Even from across the room, I could see his remaining russet eye widen. He sniffed once, his lips curling a bit to reveal straight white teeth, and then he turned to the other faerie. “You’re joking,” he said quietly. “That scrawny thing brought down Andras with a single cold iron arrow?” Bastard—an absolute bastard. A pity I didn’t

  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 8

    The estate sprawled across a rolling green land. I’d never seen anything like it; even our former manor couldn’t compare. It was veiled in roses and ivy, with patios and balconies and staircases sprouting from its alabaster sides. The grounds were encased by woods, but stretched so far that I could barely see the distant line of the forest. So much color, so much sunlight and movement and texture … I could hardly drink it in fast enough. To paint it would be useless, would never do it justice. My awe might have subdued my fear had the place not been so wholly empty and silent. Even the garden through which we walked, following a gravel path to the main doors of the house, seemed hushed and sleeping. Above the array of amethyst irises and pale snowdrops and butter-yellow daffodils swaying in the balmy breeze, the faint stench of metal ticked my nostrils. Of course it would be magic, because it was spring here. What wretched power did they possess to make their lands so different from

  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 7

    Every step toward the line of trees was too swift, too light, too soon carrying me to whatever torment and misery awaited. I didn’t dare look back at the cottage. The cold air bit at my skin, but it was the fear gnawing at my insides that truly chilled me. With each step, I felt the heavy pull of fate dragging me into something far beyond my control. We entered the line of trees. Darkness beckoned beyond. But a white mare was patiently waiting—unbound—beside a tree, her coat like fresh snow in the moonlight. She only lowered her head—as if in respect, of all things—as the beast lumbered up to her. The creature, massive and horned, motioned with a giant paw for me to mount. Still the horse remained calm, even as he passed close enough to gut her in a single swipe. It had been years since I’d ridden, and even then, only a pony. But the mare’s warmth was a small comfort against my half-frozen body as I climbed into the saddle. She set into a walk, her movements steady. Without light t

  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 6

    He blinked, looked at my sisters, then at my thinness—undoubtedly only seeing fragility in it—before turning back to me. "You must lie to protect them." "We didn't kill anything!" cried Amanda. "Please… please, spare us!" Celina begged, her voice muffled by her tears, while simultaneously pushing Amanda back. I nearly passed out when I saw it. “I killed it,” I repeated as my father rose to his feet, wobbling and grunting in agony, but before he could hobble in my direction. The monster, who had been sniffing at my sisters, turned his attention to me. "Today, I sold its hide at the market," I said with my shoulders squared. I would never have touched it if I had known it was a witchwolf. He screamed, "You knew, liar." If you had known it was one of my kind, you would have been more inclined to kill it. Yes, yes, yes.“Can you blame me?” “Did it attack you? Were you provoked?” I was about to respond yes, but I let out a sna

  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 5

    With my chest heaving, I slammed the cottage door shut behind me and secured it with the iron latch.We were struck by the sound. A shake against the door that was powerful enough to dislodge the iron lock.My sisters Amanda and Celina sprang to their feet, their hearts pounding.We became still.A further setback. With a deafening screech, the lock bent inward.Although the relief was short-lived, I came to the conclusion that it was not a virelya.The door blew out.The doorway was blocked by a body that obscured the remaining twilight. Aside from its twisted horns and eyes—pools of ever-burning, endless green—it had an almost human appearance due to the dark mist that shrouded it.It released waves of intense, oppressive magic.The animal had to be the size of a bear, and his head was clearly wolfish, even though his body was a little feline. I was perplexed by the twisted, elk-like antlers that jutted out of his skul

  • The SoulBorn Queen   Chapter 4

    The mercenary had a thick, dark head of hair that was cut to her chin. Her brown face looked like it was made of granite, and her black eyes squinted a little when she saw me. Such fascinating eyes—not only one hue of black, but many, with traces of brown that shone through the darkness. While she judged me as a possible threat or employer, I maintained my shoulders back and fought against the useless part of my mind that was preoccupied with color, light, and form. I couldn't help but gulp at her gleaming, wicked weapons. And stop a respectable two feet away.With a tone I had never heard before, she replied, "I only take cash; I don't exchange my services for goods." In order to avoid seeming too interested in our chat, especially when I said, "Then you'll be out of luck in this sort of place," a few nearby residents made an effort to avoid making eye contact.Even while sitting, she was huge. "Girl, what is your business with me?"I'm guessing she saw me as a

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