‘The loss of Father has hit you so much more than I ever conceived.’ ‘What?’ What does he mean, why…? ‘Your grief has overwhelmed you, I fear. I should never have given you the responsibility of a realm, and so soon after Father’s death.’ Fidele felt those strong walls that she had built within, layer upon layer of will and strength to protect her from the hurt Lykos had inflicted upon her beginning to crumble. She filled her lungs, slowly blew out. ‘This has nothing to do with your father’s death. Lykos—’ ‘Is a Vin Thalun sailor, a ship’s captain, lord of his people. Not a sorcerer. Look at
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