Slipping behind the waterfall, I created a large fire in my hands. There was a pile of logs already in the cavern, and I sent the fire straight toward it, lighting it. I’d collected the logs days before, planning to someday bring Koraine here after the wedding. The fire illuminated the space, revealing the cavern the size of bedroom chambers. The wonder on Koraine’s face was enough to tell me I’d made the right choice. She needed a safe space in this kingdom. One where she could feel herself, without being under the watchful eyes of the palace. “What is this place?” she asked. “Probably the
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