“Despite the warning, the boy thought quite highly of himself and his abilities. Thrilled to be free of captivity, he soared into the sky, wanting to be the only one who owned the air, wanting to be above everything and everyone he thought himself better than. But, just like his father warned—the heat of the sun melted the wax of his wings… and he plummeted to his death with no one to catch him. It’s a story of opportunity, ruined by one thing…” He met Taran’s eyes again. Taran had gone still. “Arrogance.” Saffron grinned. The scars on his back tingled as rowan magic surged in his body. “Do
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