They camped that night under a full moon and a sky crowded with stars that made Froi forget that there was an old man waiting to die and remember that there was a kingdom dying to live.

“Be prepared for the worst, my love, for it lives next door to the best.”

“Our voices sound kinder in the skin of our own language.”

“Froi saw the rage in Arjuro’s eyes, his clenched fists.‘If I could find the men…”

“The truth doesn't set you free, you know. It makes you feel awkward and embarra…”