A large round table held an expansive map. Beyond the war room, Jiyod and Ismion were bickering as usual. “Are you out of your mind? You don’t even know how that drug might affect …

Jiyod awoke from a long dream. His entire body was drenched in cold sweat, even the sheets were damp. A terrible headache pounded beneath his temples. He staggered as he raised his …

Finally, Slan recalled the promise he had made to Jiyod. * It was a clear morning, as bright as Kallak’s future. Yopius had just returned to Kallak. He brought with him a lengthy report on the …

Since my ankle no longer hurt much recently, I moved easily. I stood in front of the short hallway that led from the sitting room to the outside, listening to the sounds coming from outside. …

"To Ismion." "Shall I carry you?" At that question, I looked at him with suspicion. The only time I had ever been carried by a servant was in Ipsen. But this was KarlacIda. I was the ruler of …

A chilling sound ground out from between his teeth. “She made me swear to protect you from the Duke of Karlac and to find an antidote for your madness. I believed her. No, back then, I had …

"Why don’t you ask me?" I stared at him. "Will you answer?" "Anything." "Why does the Duke of Karlac hate you?" At my sudden question, the corners of Jiyod’s lips twitched. He gave a look …