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Chapter 47: Resurrections of the Past

Author: Peace Brownson
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As Envoy Taryn and his party settled in the council chamber, the sun hung high in the sky throwing its warm glow over the estate grounds. Standing at the head of the table, Aria looked across her friends and their visitors. This conference was a vital first step—a link to the future they all aspired to create free from the anxiety that had enveloped their planet for too long.

Towering and elegant, Taryn exuded a quiet strength as he looked around the room. His eyes locked with Aria's and he grinned reassuringly. "We are privileged to be here, Luna Aria. From far away, the people of our territory have seen you defend your house and stand strong against overwhelming circumstances. We want to be part of that strength, to grow from your resiliency.

Aria grinned, though her eyes betrayed a small edge of concern. Particularly following what they had gone through, trust was something acquired rather than given freely. "We value your coming here, Envoy Tary

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