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CHAPTER FIFTEEN By the time it’s our squad’s turn to descend the stone steps of the Infantry Quadrant’s outdoor amphitheater on Friday, it’s been another four days since I’ve seen Xaden, and he keeps his shields up so frequently that we may as well just start writing letters again. Carved into a northern ridgeline just

CHAPTER FOURTEEN “Absolutely not,” Xaden responds before Kaori leads him away, but there’s a slight roaring in my ears as Devera goes over the changes to our academic schedule and how we’ll be paired for Xaden’s new class, which she labels Signet Sparring. We’re dismissed a few minutes later. I’m fine. This is fine. I’ll think about

CHAPTER THIRTEEN “What?” Rhiannon shrugs and pushes off the wall. “We didn’t tag along while Violet played inquisitor. We respect boundaries.” “Do you even have boundaries with one another?” Imogen shoots a look at the three of them. “If you’re all going with her, then I’ll excuse myself from what I’m sure will be a fascinating trip

CHAPTER TWELVE Oh. Oh. I part my lips, and he consumes my world. He kisses me hard and deep, takes my mouth like this might be the only time he can. It’s that note of desperation, the graze of his teeth along my lower lip that has my hands flying to his hair. I push my fingers

CHAPTER ELEVEN “Irid?” I blink and fight like hell to keep my face blank. “Yes, your irid.” Theophanie surveys the sky, then the landscape behind us as Garrick staggers to his feet, sword in hand. “Some do not believe, but I knew as soon as the cream-robed scholars whispered about the seventh breed in your

Weather is the one great equalizer in battle, equally detrimental or favorable to both sides given the conditions. Without our wielders swaying that element to our advantage, we are at its mercy. —Tactics, a Modern Guide to Aerial Combat by Major Constance Cara Forty minutes later, the sun disappears as Tairn and I drop between

Calling cadets into active service in times of war may only be authorized by the Commanding General of Basgiath. —Article Eight, Section OneThe Dragon Rider’s Codex Twenty-two hours later, the six of us report to Lieutenant Colonel Degrensi in Samara’s courtyard, bleary-eyed and swaying with bone-deep tiredness. We’re not the only ones exhausted. The lieutenant

While many preach loyalty to Hedeon above all others, especially in Calldyr Province, I find that favoring Zihnal has universal appeal. Everyone wants wisdom but needs luck. —Major Rorilee’s Guide to Appeasing the Gods, Second Edition Being arrested for treason doesn’t exactly come as a shock, but Colonel Aetos delivering the accusation is a blow I didn’t

If I’m to be court-martialed for helping Braxtyn defend his people, then I shall welcome the trial. All who channel from dragon and gryphon alike should flourish under the wards, and now Aretia will be that haven should one of the others ever return. —Journal of Lyra of Morraine —Translated by Cadet Jesinia Neilwart “Iwant

Never turn your back on a rider. —Major Afendra’s Guide to the Riders Quadrant (Unauthorized Edition) “You dare—” Aura turns to fully face me, yanking off her other glove. “I dare.” I lift my open palms skyward, and heat streaks along my arms as I release a wave of power, forcing it upward and letting