Lapis And Peridot Novels & Stories

Then, they saw a tinge of green in the white. “It’s lavender jadeite. An icy species—and a high-quality one, too!” “Oh my goodness... It’s almost the entire rock too. The rock only covers its surface. It’s all jade inside!” The two apprentices cried out when they saw the hidden stone beneath the layering, their voices trembling in excitement as they spoke. They had worked under their master for several years now, and this was the first time they saw icy jadeite of this quality. How could they not be excited?

“You’re scaring us with that look.” I tore the seal cleanly and unfolded the letter. The header shimmered faintly under the light, and my eyes caught on the bold words: Assigned Gemstone: Paraiba Tourmaline (Origin: Paraíba, Brazil, Portuguese Mine 1830). I blinked once, twice. “Oh, you’ve got to be kidding me.” Ryan straightened. “What is it?” “Paraiba,” I said, pushing the paper toward him. “The most temperamental stone on the planet.”

I began listing off the reasons that made me feel like an idiot for not noticing sooner. “They are all named after gemstones.” Lucas finished my thought for me. “Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire.” He ran his hand down his face, feeling like an idiot as well. Don’t worry Lukey, you’re not alone in these feelings. Tobias dropped onto the couch by my window, his elbows on his knees, and shook his head in disbelief. “How did we not see it? I mean, they don’t really look related. Different hair colors, their figures and skin tones aren’t similar either.” Tobias said.

Though maybe when she hears my story, she will. "Topaz," she whispers. My whole body freezes in place as I look into those eyes, those beautiful green eyes. In some ways, mind me so much of Topaz. In others, Emerald are so much prettier. They are brighter and more intense. Looking at them, I can tell she is more determined, wiser, and stronger than her long-lost cousin. And though it sounds very shitty to say, I wish the moon goddess would have waited and given me her. Emerald clasps her hands, resting them on the island completely calm. She tilts her head, giving me a little smile, "talk to me, Archie, explain."

Master Nandang only glanced at it once before his expression changed instantly. It really was Pomelo jade! "Master Nandang, what's wrong?" Seeing the sudden change in Nandang's expression, Zein and the others immediately became nervous. Could that kid's guess really be correct? Could they really be that unlucky? Master Nandang remained silent. Instead, Riza and the others saw a glimmer of hope. He quickly said, "Professor Lubis, please examine the jade as well!" Lubis didn't respond. He still hadn't recovered from his shock. Although he was standing some distance away, based on his experience, it was indeed Western Nephrite Pomelo jade.

“Zara, I love this skirt. This shade of green is very flattering on you!” I peek in at them from the doorway and watch Zara smooth down her skirt. “Thank you, Am... uh... Mom? It’s emerald but did you know emeralds are actually beryllium aluminum silicate? They just have chromium and vanadium impurities. It comes in other varieties too, it just depends on the mineral impurities introduced during its formation.”

Curious, I search green gemstones with photos. Nothing looks quite like the one on Maya's wrist. And hers changed colour with the angle of the light — or with her mood? No way. Then I remember where I've seen it. I log into the pack's digital library and type vampire artefacts. I don't have to scroll far. There it is — a bracelet identical to Maya's. My chest tightens, my breath hitches mid-inhale, and I read it several times over. The Peridex bracelet is an ancient artefact used by noble vampires to announce their claim on the one they are courting, and to declare that person under their protection.

I asked, looking up at her. “That’s a Lapis Lazuli stone, it’s used to gain information when entering a new realm. It has special abilities that act as a gateway to your mind and give you knowledge of how the species live in each realm. It’s a useful stone for tradesmen. Protects them from encountering any shady Fae or creatures.” Audra explained. I furrowed my brows again, rubbing the stone. “Oh I didn’t realize that, I just thought it was pretty.” I lied, I wanted to tell her about Ryuu and what I saw, but I didn’t quite believe it myself.