“The buoys?” The man scrunched his brows. Leaning back, he peered out the window at the bay. Turning back, he shrugged. “The small, white buoys appeared one night with a gentle sploosh. What else is there to say?”
Once a Year’s Watch
Arlinth blew into her snow-frozen hands as she peered into the darkened sky above. The stars stared back with the stark chill of winter. Why tonight of all nights? Once a year the ancient tree bore fruit. Tonight would be that night.
Encased in Snow
Dearfin stood motionless in the silent storm, staring at the stretch ahead of him. The snow-covered path was no help. He’d come so far, chased her essence across seven kingdoms, only to be stopped here. Dearfin scowled.
Controversy’s Cloak
Zyndelin stood, shocked, as Redava extracted herself from the council’s review. The other Alireri, his fellow air wizards, merely shook their heads. One placed a hand on Zyndelin’s shoulder.
At the Water’s Edge
Faraday watched Silver knelling at the pool’s edge. She bore a frown on her face he couldn’t explain. Not when they’d finally arrived at Valenstar’s refuge.
A Lonely Surrender
Robick paused within the threshold and scanning the room. The cold hearth lay ready for the evening fire. The kitchen remained tidied.
The Family Curse
“No!” Avraham jumped at the overwhelming number of voices, sending the chair rolling from him. Grabbing the chair, he yanked it back as he glanced around control. Every station had paused, and everyone stared at him and Eden Cantrell.
Never Again
“She’d be rich forever,” Malcolm said. His hand trailed over the monitor, touching her head where she sat, curled on the bed.
Dravenholt’s Ring
“Yes, that’s it.” Fendrya turned her head slightly as Kalvaris rested his hand on her shoulder encouragingly. As if his words hadn’t carried enough enthusiasm.
Water Everywhere
Marion pressed her lips together, surveying the audience chamber. Less than an hour to the coronation and water dripped everywhere. Except for from Samuel and Timothy. They stood with arms raised, staring at her.
