Sophia Harris
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“It’s just a little scratch, stop being such a baby.” Kai scowled under Flynn’s weight, careful not to trip in the underbrush of Veeryd. “We’ll have the whole jungle after us if you don’t lower your voice.” “I got bit by a fucking drake! I want to see you shrug that off.” Flynn leaned heavier against him, limping over a broken branch. “That stupid lizard almost chomped my leg off.” “Now you're being dramatic. It was just a little nibble, you were good at dodging at the last…-
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Kai studied the contents of the box, two identical metallic cubes gleamed like platinum. A web of squared seams and five tiny buttons crossed their surface. It wasn’t the metalwork that left him in awe as much as the dense filaments of mana. There were several intersecting layers of enchantments, each made up of hundreds of runes. He wouldn’t know where to start: replicating any individual part would have been a challenge by itself. Every layer was connected to the next by dozens of runes, interacting…
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“Why don’t you close the door and sit?” Reishi put down the package and massaged his scaly temples. Kai took a seat with a sliver of guilt. “Thank you for the present. What did you get me?” He picked the abandoned gift and carefully undid the golden wrapping. There weren’t many objects with sharp squared edges. “It’s a book.” He wished he could sound more enthusiastic. The tome looked old and expensive, worthy of his collection. The yellowing paper was protected by a carmine leather…
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“I told you it's a boy,” Alana looked lovey-dovey at Moui, who embraced her from behind. “I can just The hunter gave a patient smile, crossing his hands with hers. “I’ll be happy with whatever they are, but I think it’s a girl.” Kai was frozen in shock, and he wasn’t the only one. Kea watched their mom with comically wide eyes, while Flynn was like a deer caught in the headlights, awkwardly standing by the side. Ele alone was unaffected. “Congratulations, Mom. I’m so happy for you…
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Kai first glimpsed the quaint wooden taverns of the docks with their bright and suggestive signs. The best place for sailors and locals alike to get drunk. Further up, the pastel houses grew in rows, rarely rising more than two storeys high. From the prow of the Flynn froze, hand midway to recovering his luggage. “I’ll just take my bag and be on my way.” “Stay put, and carry my luggage too while you’re at it.” Kai passed the bags to him. With all that weight, he would be too slow to…
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Flynn leaned on the railing near the prow of the ship. The wind blew back his hair and fluttered in his ears, the taste of salt on his lips. The He had always found being trapped on cramped vessels stifling, now he was beginning to see their appeal. The sea continued endlessly in every direction, a canvas in shades of blue and teal, wrinkled by the white ridges of the waves. A smattering of puffy clouds dotted the sky, while the lively wind filled the silver sails. There was freedom at sea, a different…
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With an objective in mind, Kai focused on the skills close to the next advancement. Making use of the attributes he gained from Mana Child, he stretched his abilities in inventive ways for the last levels. It was addicting to see the blinking notifications marking his progress. He messed around with the Guide to add a celebratory jingle, so he’d immediately know when he reached a skill milestone. Those were some interesting upgrades for a swimming skill. Then again, Blessed Swimmer wasn’t an ordinary…
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On his way to Edgar’s lab, Kai could hardly take a step without hearing the passersby discuss some odd event. Some guessed the meaning of the vivid dreams they had during the alignment, others had heard a mysterious wail in the night or found a golden egg on their balcony, and more men and women than he cared to count announced they had found their soulmate. “I swear it’s true, Nina. My cousin’s friends gave birth to triplets last night. It must be a sign from the gods.” Kai was skeptical. Most…
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Dawn rose from the sea over a city that already buzzed with life. Flynn stumbled out of his warm bed, stretching his limbs. He opened the window, the chill air stung his skin and the sounds of the capital rushed in to wash away any sleepiness. The boisterous caws of seagulls perched on the rooftops, the subtle creaking and groaning of the buildings. Each noise was crisper after a night shielded by the dampening enchantment. But it was the people he was most interested in. It had become a ritual of sorts…
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News of the alignment swept through the streets, faster than his feet could carry him home. The bells eventually quietened, and excited voices rose to take their place. It was rare six moons aligned for any length of time—not counting the Lost Sister that was unpredictable by nature. Beyond the celestial spectacle, the phenomenon carried numerous meanings and omens. Superstitions like those of the elusive Wandering Moon, though these held more truth. Kai had seen the alignment five times before and…
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