The Girl Who Walked Through Fire
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“I’m glad you understand. Still, I’m sorry, Prince. I couldn’t lie to a King.”
Fergus nodded, before pausing for a moment. “If I’m being honest, Adam, I have other motives for being here. I’ll need your help with something very soon.”
Adam was confused. “What are you talking about? Why would you need my help now? The war is over, and we lost.”
“The dragons and witches killed my father. Maybe not directly, but he’s still dead, isn’t he? Don’t even get me started on what they did to my mother. Those beasts will be a problem as long as they’re allowed to live. I need to finish what my father started – for good, this time.”
“But I thought the King had a change of heart as he died? I heard him. He begged you to end this war.”
Prince Fergus laughed. “He was just afraid of dying without forgiveness. He didn’t really mean it. You see, my father was weak. He couldn’t make a decision. He couldn’t decide how to deal with David or the Dragonwitch. He’d never listen when I suggested that Hadrian should suffer for his betrayal. Not to mention he was against having friends and allies! That’s why the Order failed – why my father failed. He was too stubborn.”
Fergus sighed and continued. “Even so, I still loved him – even if I wasn’t his favorite son. He made that clear, didn’t he? In his final moments, all he could think about was Hadrian! I’ll honor my father as I knew him – cruel, vengeful, and willing to do whatever it takes for order in this world.”
“I admired the King. I still can’t believe he’s gone. I’ve always thought that dragons and witches are dangerous. If it’s not The Fallen, they’ll find a new reason to try and kill us all,” Adam replied. “I’ll help you in any way that I can, Prince Fergus. All you need to do is ask. I swore myself to the Order, and for that, I won’t let you down.”
“Excellent choice, Adam. I’ll reinstate you as Master Knight,” Fergus replied, smiling wickedly. “I’ll be the King for a change. I’ll show everyone how it’s done.”
“How will we go about doing this, my Lord? The Order was destroyed in the battle led by that girl. All of the Knights are dead, and Orana needs repairs. We’ll have to start over – if that’s even possible. There’s a lot to consider.”
“Leave everything to me, Master Knight. Believe me - everyone will pay a price for my father’s death. They can’t hide from it this time. With Elara dead, nothing can stop us now.”
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Dana Gricken is a young author from Ottawa, Canada. She writes epic fantasy and science fiction, which includes dragons, magic, and everything strange and paranormal. As an avid reader, writer, and daydreamer, her goal is to tell exciting, engaging stories. When she's not writing, you can find her hanging out with her three cats and watching Star Wars on repeat.
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