Don't let him upset you, Niko told the four softly. He's old and he's frightened.
Daja doesn't exactly need to be tested on whether she's honorable or not. Doesn't she? Don't all of you? This is your first taste of the things which may come from your being powerful mages. People wi...
Pick up your clothes. I am not your maid. How do I know this? A maid cannot kill you with a tube sock. I can.
At last Niko dropped his hands, and opened his eyes. His perfect tree illusion solidified and settled.Very nice, said Briar with approval. Couldn't have done better myselfCouldn't do it at all yoursel...
Rosethorn had gone to her room the moment Niko started to cough. Now she returned with her syrup and a firm look in her eye. I thought you were having trouble last night. Drink this. She poured some i...
I've always enjoyed a challenge," Niko remarked, shifting through the powder to lift something out. "I think perhaps there are other things I could enjoy instead. Bonsai trees, painting, forging my ow...
