After the exertions of the previous night, Aaron's cure lay between the legs of his beloved. With sadness, both had attended the funeral rites and handed over the murdered members of their household to the sacred flame. It was a depressing farewell, even if the night meant a victorious hunt for the rangers. Adra maintained close relationships with most of the deceased. They had been a part of her life since childhood and were like family. Her husband had the greatest difficul

Dearest, I’m in a hurry.

The Blood Moon is ripe upon us and the hunters hear the call. The beast within yearns to break free and chase and prey and lust. My prey though hides within the trees of ancient down the river. I shall avenge this missed hunt for her so rare compliance. And she will beg for retribution, don’t deny it. Though every time she flees.

Most men in Rayan’s military chose the Order of the Blood Blade—a fierce and mighty warrior clan within the caste of Raji’Draq consisting of skilled dragon riders and blood knights. Radu was not one of them. He joined the Order of the Raven Blade, the ancient House of the Raji’Rav. Its members were well-versed in the art of assassination tactics. Like rogues, they acted from within the shadows and pursued their targets just as persistently. Coal-black hair was considered thei