With Thieves I Consort Riddle Novels & Stories

Registus frowned and asked in confusion, “Master, my reliable sources informed me that there were only six jade pendants at the Klein family’s treasure location. The Anders, the Fullers, the Sheppards, and the Swallows, as well as the Medicine Sect and Andrius, each had one. “The Ander family’s pendant was stolen, and Andrius’ pendant was taken. “Currently, the Medicine Sect, the Sheppards, and the Fullers have one each, the Swallows have two, and the other one is missing.” Then, he stared intently at Old Hagstorm, hoping for an answer. Old Hagstorm chuckled and said, “The seventh piece will appear when the time is right.”

Cressida turned and looked into his eyes, making him feel a sliver of fear run through his body. "Have you found the Lightning Guardian yet or the missing princess?" She asked, continuing to stare into his eyes. Connor knew it was risky to lie to her, but he didn't want her getting her hands on them. "Not yet. That's what I'm hoping to find by going on their lands." He answered. Cressida could feel his deception, but she decided not to let him know. She would let him mess up and then get the chosen ones for herself. She nodded at Connor and heard him take a sigh of relief. Holding out a small jar to him, she smiled.

The gap-tooth burglar raised a flagon, "To the next adventure." Zinjo and Aurelia exchanged puzzled Glances, "It seems our sticky friend made good somehow," Zinjo said in a quiet tone. "Shall we see what our friend has been up to?" Slender hands gripped the parasol blade with determination, "I agree," Aurelia gracefully walked toward the slender thief.

Corvus, with a contemplative gaze, responded, "That, my dear, remains a mystery. The threads of destiny are often knotted in enigma. Perhaps, in time, the veil shrouding 'Maximus' will unravel, revealing the connection between a condemned merchant and a young man named Alcides." As the trio stood in Corvus's Domus, the weight of the revelation hung in the air. The beggar's desperate search for "Maximus," the condemned merchant's plea from the shadows of his past—all converging on the young shoulders of Alcides. The journey ahead seemed destined to unravel the mystery that bound them all in a tale woven by the hands of fate.

"Come now, Barinov. There's no need for secrecy. We are past that now. I know you have the jewels, the Cheapside trove. In exchange, I have something you want." "How could you have anything I want?" Mikhail asked, his voice turning cold. "Because I know what happens when you take a mate, dragon," Conrad said with a chuckle. The sound grated on Mikhail's ears. "My mate?" Mikhail choked on the words. He couldn't have Piper. She was on her way to London. Conrad had to be bluffing. "Yes. Ms. Linwood. You see, I was looking for you when your little dove fell right into my lap. That is what you call her, isn't it? Your little dove? She told me that was your nickname for her." Conrad's voice was ve

Hearing this, Quattro commented, “This is clearly him betraying you. If I’m not mistaken, the other half of the treasure scroll has fallen into the hands of the Yaquis Sect.” Thora shook her head slightly and said, “I don’t know. This matter is a secret. Only Juanne and I know about it. I’ve been in hiding for many years, and my whereabouts have not been disclosed. I believe he would not betray me.” After thinking for a moment, James replied, “To know the truth, we’ll have to go to the agreed meeting place and see what happened.” “Let’s not rush.” Quattro looked at Thora and asked, “Let’s make it clear first. If we find the treasure, how much are you giving us? This is a risky business, and

“Security is high today. There’s an investigation ongoing and we’ll need your cooperation to answer some questions” I tilted my head slightly. “Investigation?” “A female thief,” another guard cut in. “She’s on the run after stealing an expensive piece of jewelry from her mistress.” I rolled my eyes and looked away. I’m not interested in some thief’s life but I had to play the role. “Oh?” I said casually. “Must be valuable.” The guard smirked and reached into his pocket “Very.” Then he dangled a necklace over and my breath caught. My brows furrowed in recognition of the rare piece before me. I’ve seen that necklace on Ember before, countless times in fact. Especially that night I had brushed

“Looks like a combination lock. We need to….” Zane didn’t wait. He stepped back and slammed his foot into the gate. The metal groaned but didn’t break. “Zane, for fuck’s sake,” Caius snapped. “It’s not just about force!” Lysander smirked. “Worked before.” Alerion gave them a warning look. “Let Caius do his thing.” Caius crouched, tracing the symbols with his fingers. “It’s a riddle. ‘Two legs in the morning, four at noon, three at night.’”

He stared one last time at the dead man before turning away and trotting into the forest. “He is right,” The fourth thief—the one who had been struggling with the Zebra—said. The white witch’s words were true. We should find a remedy to this evil we have done. OKonta looked as if he was going to argue, but with the plea in the eyes of his partner, he sheathed his dagger and they both hurried into the bush, trying to catch up with the other thief. “Strange,” Jide said and dusted himself, “But that went well, didn’t it?”

“He sneaks out. He buys forbidden herbs. What is he hiding?” My chest tightened. Ashton made a sound behind me. I glanced back. His eyes were on the floor. His hands were fisted in my coat. “Xander,” he whispered. “Do you believe them?” I turned fully to him. Cupped his face with my free hand. His skin was cold. “I believe you,” I said. Low. So only he could hear. “And I will protect you.” Merrick cleared his throat. “Sire, the law is clear. If the Consort has nothing to hide, let him swear to the Totem. Let it prove his purity. If he is clean, we will trouble him no more.”