Swiftcurrent Creek But what we learn in the dark can see us through

There was so much more to say to @Akavir — things not meant for the ears of any other, even those companions who had followed her so faithfully from Casco Bay. When Reverie found a moment alone with him, the mask of her strength fell away, and she let out a long wavering sigh in lieu of words.

There's already fighting - in Casco Bay, She confessed quietly, glancing toward where she'd left Hunst to await her return. Far from here. But it won't be long before my father sends someone after me - if he hasn't already. Three packs have declared war against Sunfil already, and - and somehow they're not winning. The Sea-Snakes sent Hunst with me. Witch Island sent a guardian, Haze - another cousin. The Cyanean Empire sent Gemini, a strategist and tracker. And the gem-dancers sent Gossamer as a scout - but they haven't joined the fighting yet.

It won't matter soon enough. My parents won't stay in Casco Bay. And when they get here, everyone will be in danger. They're not coming for you or anyone else - but they have ideas about - heathens. They have ideas about their children, too.

But it's my children they want - and you can't tell anyone this, Akavir, no one but Arric. Please. I sent my daughters to Kvarsheim - and they're safe there, but only for now. My father is looking for them. That's why he'll come here. That's why I'm here.