The Jade Setter of Janloon (The Green Bone Saga, #0.5)

by Fonda Lee

“You have all the skills to follow in my footsteps if you choose. But a jade setter’s life is dedicated to uncelebrated work that might be undone. Every day, we give ourselves to the craft of setting jade that will give power to others. They do with it what they will, and we keep none of it for ourselves.

any jade worn in the ear is more classic and conservative, if you want to work on the business side of the clan someday. Septum rings are a more aggressive look, popular with Fists and Fingers, but they go in and out of fashion.”

“Over many years, I’ve seen jade change hands in unexpected ways, so I know that people often don’t get what they deserve. But whatever you decide to do, if you find success and happiness, you’ll deserve it. You and Malla both. I’m glad Uma convinced me to take you on as an apprentice.” He tugged on Pulo’s sleeve, urging him to stand up. “I’m only a humble jade setter, but I’m content with the last thing I was able to fix.”