Fae's Promise by M. Lynn & M Lynn

Author:M. Lynn & M Lynn [Craven, Melissa A & Lynn, M]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Twin Rivers Press

Chapter Thirteen

Griffin

Griffin’s hand drifted down his side. The bandages wrapped tightly around his torso made it difficult to get a deep breath.

But he was healing. They all were.

“We’re going to be late.” Riona tugged his hand as they made their way through the battle-torn streets just days after Egan fled Raudur City with his few remaining loyal followers.

“Hurry, Griff.” Gulliver ran ahead of them. “I’m starving.”

The Eldurians had spent the last two days cleaning their city. They still had a long way to go, but they were in high spirits. Now that their king—though he wasn’t conscious—and queen had returned with the young prince and princess, they could see the light at the end of the tunnel. For them it was a matter of celebrating their victory and picking up the pieces to continue on, hoping King Finn would wake to join them soon. And celebrate they did. Even now, Eldurians danced in the streets, singing ballads of the epic battle for Raudur City.

But for Griffin and his family, there was no light at the end of the tunnel. At least not yet. Egan would be back. He was not the type to disappear after failing to get what he wanted. He would rise again. This would never be over until he was dead and the book of power was somewhere safe.

Griffin leaned on Riona for support as they made their way up the winding path to the tiered gardens that sat above the canyon city.

Egan and his brutish followers had destroyed the once beautiful garden—mostly through neglect—but Alona would have it put to rights again soon. For now, the pathway danced with light from the torches perched at intervals to light their way.

Though none of them felt like celebrating, the banquet was just that. A celebration for their victory over the Dark Fae king.

Griffin was sweating by the time they reached the top. Alona’s court was in full attendance. Tables lined the open terrace, and Eldurians mingled with Iskaltians and Fargelsians as well as Dark Fae. Griffin even spotted a few ogres among them.

“Over here, Griff!” Gulliver called them over to his table. For a moment, he was torn between the two sides of his family. Part of him wanted to seek out Tia and Toby and their parents, and another part of him was desperate to hear how things were going for Shauna and the others.

“Look, Griffin.” Riona nodded across the room, giving his hand a gentle squeeze.

Gulliver sat between Tia and Nessa. Hector’s mother and Lochlan were in deep discussion over something serious. And Brea and Shauna were discussing Faolan’s condition. For once, all his family were together, except for Hector who’d gone to track Egan, and for a moment, he couldn’t catch his breath.

Griffin O’Shea didn’t get this. He didn’t get to keep both his old and new families.

“Let’s find a seat. You’re dead on your feet.” Riona guided him toward the long table.

“There he is.” Lochlan’s smile caught him off guard. “It’s about time you showed up.

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