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Nick Richards's avatar

Saved from consuming flame by love!

“Mine! Mine! Mine!: she sang in between cackles.” — Never a good look…

Leanne Shawler's avatar

No, never a good look! And yay for love!

Richard Ritenbaugh's avatar

Fantastic ending to an enjoyable read! Arddun came through for him, and then Panawr for her. A very satisfying resolution!

Leanne Shawler's avatar

Thank you! Glad you think so!

Katharine Kapodistria's avatar

For a moment there, I thought the flames would engulf her. I'm glad they both survived, but Morfudd got the throne?? Urgh. I think I'd rather be exiled too! I'd love to know what happens next (please make it a cure!) This was really enjoyable - and very addictive!

Leanne Shawler's avatar

I don’t think she’s actually mentally capable of taking the throne beyond her sitting on it during the trial. A new Esteemed is chosen by election, even if that election gets dominated by one family. I’m sure one of the other leading families of the Caer will step up with a candidate … Or perhaps it’s a chance for the Council to take more power from the Esteemed.

Katharine Kapodistria's avatar

Either one sounds preferable! She's definitely unhinged - and awful!

Leanne Shawler's avatar

She was always awful. The unhinged is new — and who knows maybe Arddun’s effect on people is temporary. Cynwal may yet come around.

Katharine Kapodistria's avatar

Hmm … Now, that could be interesting …

Rosie B's avatar

Fantastic- really enjoyed this!! Would love more of Ardunn and Panawr's story.

Leanne Shawler's avatar

That’s two votes!

H. A. Titus's avatar

I just completely binge-read this tonight and ohmygosh I neeeeeed more of these two!! Very fun read!