Keeper of the Eye (The Eye of the Sword Book 1) by Mark Shane

Author:Mark Shane [Shane, Mark]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: wizard, sword, Fantasy, love, Adventure, coming of age, Prince
Publisher: Shane Publishing
Published: 2016-06-07T06:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 24

Valiant Efforts

Jorgen squatted down at the edge of the bowl-shaped clearing, scanning for any sign of danger. A few pillars, riddled with cracks and holes, stood as the final testament of a structure long since reclaimed by the forest. Grass carpeted the circular clearing and leaves heavily speckled the emerald canvas with shades of red, orange and yellow. Stone steps leading up the east side of the bowl added their own grey, earthen color. His eyes fell on the smooth, black disc lying at the center of the bowl. Everything was just as it had been in his dream.

Most people believed the Paladins power lay in their ability to nullify magic, but they were mistaken. A day of searching had proven fruitless, but a night on his knees in fervent prayer had garnered the guidance he needed. With the moon setting, Jorgen had bolted upright from his slumber, the vision of the bowl-shaped clearing and its pillars fresh in his mind. Meshema Donai favored him, his faith had been rewarded.

Wielding Fire, shaping Air, even healing the near dead paled in comparison to the power of Faith. Through opening oneself fully to the Great Lord, all things became possible. The Paladins merely sought to find their role in the Great Plan and follow it faithfully. Such a simple concept yet oddly difficult for so many to understand, much less follow. The trappings of this temporary world held such appeal that most people could not see the blessings awaiting them in a life of service.

The time for introspection was over. Cautiously, he crept out of the trees, feeling exposed in the open space. Leaves skidded across the disc’s glossy smooth surface as he approached. A closer inspection revealed the black disc was a platform, protruding from the ground a hand high.

Pulling his family crest medallion out of a pocket, he ran a finger over the fist gripping a lightning bolt. As with most Paladins, Jorgen’s ability to nullify magic could sometimes be a disadvantage. Crafting medallions to emanate magic proved to be one of their more vital tools.

He stepped on the disc, drawing his half-moon battle axe, and knelt on one knee. Regulating his breathing, he closed his eyes and pictured a single candle representing his nullifying ability. A cool breeze brushed his skin, but he barely noticed as he envisioned his hand placing a bowl over the candle, diminishing the flame to the point of extinguishing it. With a whispered prayer, he touched the medallion to the glossy surface and vanished.

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