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Chapter 26; A Lifeline
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Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 27; A Perpetual Twilight
Everything was black for a while, and all I saw were stars. Bright, shining stars plastered on the night sky, looking so pretty. It was like I had been transported to the top of a mountain, so close to them that if I stretched my hand just a little, I'd be able to touch them.Feel them. Maybe they'd send tingles running through my body. Cool air rushed through me, startling my senses. I suddenly felt a chill, but then it was fine all of a sudden.And then there was another light. A very bright light. Was I dead? Or perhaps dying?My body didn't feel as plagued with pain as before; perhaps that was the sweet touch of death. Death is fragile. Death is painless. Death is sweet. Smoky tendrils tickled my skin, stirring me to move my lashes, but they refused to open. I tried and tried, but still, they remained shut.The soft touch continued weaving through my body before I heard a voice in my head. "Wake up, Red."My eyes snapped open in an instant. I was met with a stony ceiling and a gol
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 28; Home To Ferngrove
I stirred in the carriage seat at the sight of the old church steeple piercing the horizon. Ferngrove. The name whispered through my mind like a forgotten spell. We were still a distance away, the path ahead cluttered with tall bushes and looming trees, but I could see smoke rising from the valley below.My hands rested on my thighs as I steadied my breathing and gathered my thoughts, the rhythmic gallop of the horses a soothing counterpoint to the rocky, grassy terrain. Somehow, I had slept through the entire ride. Exhaustion had claimed me barely ten minutes after we left Valen's country estate. Perhaps it was intentional, a way to ensure I didn’t see the path we took. They were determined to keep the entrance to Lyria a secret.I glanced up at the sky through the carriage window, hoping to catch a glimpse of Rhaenan. Valen had promised he would watch over me, but there was no sign of the warm hearted faerie. Shifting uncomfortably in my seat, I tried to imagine the looks on every
Court Of Fae And Ruin Chapter 29; Secret Lover
The door swung open, and my father stepped into the room, his stern features momentarily softened by surprise. He paused, his eyes flicking between Edina and me, processing the unexpected reunion. His breath caught, and for a moment, he seemed unable to speak."Father," I greeted him, my voice steady despite the swirl of emotions within me."Maerwynn," he replied, his voice gruff but not unkind. "I didn't expect to see you here.""Nor did I," I admitted, forcing a small smile. "But it's good to be home."His gaze lingered on me, a storm of emotions crossing his face—relief, curiosity, disbelief. He took a tentative step forward, his hand reaching out as if to confirm I was real. "We- We thought you were dead. After all this time in Faerie land, we thought you were lost to us forever.""I nearly was," I said quietly, memories of the harrowing journey flashing through my mind. "But I survived."He shook his head, a mix of awe and confusion evident. "How did you escape? No one has ever
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
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