
Synopsis
After making it to Det after their month-long journey, Tama, the prince, and the foxes settle in to village life. All is peaceful-so peaceful that Tama slowly gets drawn into the serenity of the little village. But will it last?
eastern
magic
jealousy
comedy
wife
bxb
prince / princess
independent
bxg
warrior
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Chapter 8: The Fallout
“Without the heartstone, I can’t remember–anything. Sometimes, there’s this dream…but I always forget the details when I wake up.”
The Hut had quieted after its exciting night.
The fire flickered quietly, popping and crackling behind her words—the only other sound in the small space.
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Chapter 7: The Assassin
“Tama, what is it? Is that blood! Where are you hurt? What happened?” Tavi’s tone was frantic, but Tama couldn’t spare any time to speak.
With her night vision, a gift of Hēi Gǒu’s transformation, Tama could see the cloaked figure standing on top of the hill, aiming another dagger through the same window.
She rol...
Chapter 6: The Husband
“I’m back–”
“Welcome home–”
Tama and Tavi spoke at once, then fell silent, refusing to make eye contact.
They’re just words, Tama fretted. Why were they so embarrassing?
She cleared her throat. “Yes, well, thank you.”
Already unraveling the wrap secured arou...
Chapter 5: The Festival 3
“Why do they seem to fear you?” Tama asked River’s sturdy back as they continued through the forest on their way to Turtle Stream.
River blew out a breath.
The moon’s rays lit patches of the forest floor. Needles damp from the night’s dew crunched less than they would during the day, but the forest was alive ...
Chapter 5: The Festival Part 2
The festival night had a clear, navy blue sky.
Tama walked slowly down the needled path of the forest toward Det’s village strip.
Cool air pressed up against her face, and she let herself breathe in the sounds of some animals bedding down for the night. And some animals getting ready to hunt.
Her gown suppressed her full movements,...
Chapter 5: The Festival Part 1
“Are you sure you’ll be alright?” Tama fretted over Prince Tavi, smoothing his bandages flat against his body, rechecking his blankets, and stoking the fire again and again.
Tavi sighed. He shook his head. “I can put up with him for a few hours.”
Tama flung the threadbare curtain to the side. No sign of the male fo...

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