Light & Dark: The Awakening of the Mageknight by Daniel Fife

Author:Daniel Fife
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: dragon knight squire fantasy young adult elves elf dwarfs dward magic wizard sword duel battle shadow awsome

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Chapter 18 - Mastering the Hidden Power Within

ismissing the final squire from the dueling circle, Sir Syndil nodded with approval. "All of you have done well this first day. Many of you have shown great promise, others will have to work twice as hard. Do not be discouraged. With the proper guidance and dedication, any gap can be closed. Now, I must bid you all good day. Please, return to the barracks for lunch."

Not waiting for the Elf to change his mind, most of the squires moved toward the exit, exhausted from their first day of training, yet it was only halfway over.

"I'll meet up with you guys later," Danny said as Chris, Alonso, Matt, Doug and Anthony lingered at the doorway.

"You sure?" Matt asked, holding his right arm, an injury he'd received due to his inexperience with the blade.

Both Doug and Matt had entered the dueling circle as two of the last squires to volunteer. Matt had bruised his arm by overextending and losing his balance. It was no fault of Sir Syndil's. Both tested poorly. However, Sir Syndil had said that they showed promise, a common critique for most of the squires present.

"We'll save you a seat, man," said Chris.

Danny nodded and saw them off. Once the room was cleared, he turned to find Sir Syndil eyeing him.

"I am impressed, Squire Firoth." Danny was about to speak when Sir Syndil held up his hand, commanding silence. After a moment, he said, "The ability you told me about when we first met, you were able to use it in the dueling circle, were you not?"

"Yes."

"Then you have mastered it?"

"No."

"I see," said Sir Syndil, massaging the point of his chin. "And have you told anyone else about it?" he asked, after another few seconds of consideration.

"No, Sir Syndil. I felt that I should listen to what you said. I haven't told anyone."

"Yesterday, after the banquet with the king, defending against Squire Rigil, you used the ability then as well, yes?"

"Yes."

"Has it manifested during any other instance?"

"No."

"Have you attempted to call upon this power and not be able to use it?"

"Yes, I've tried before but it only seems to happen when I get into a fight."

"I see. So, currently, you are unable to use it outside of combative environments, yes?"

"I suppose so, or, rather, yes. I can only use it whenever I have to protect myself."

"However, this day, you used it while on the offensive. How did you manage that?"

"I'm not really sure yet," said Danny, dropping his gaze.

"Do not be ashamed, Danny," said Sir Syndil, placing a steadying hand on Danny's shoulder. "I believe I can help you."

"Really?" Danny asked, his voice jumping up an octave.

"Yes," said Sir Syndil, keeping his own voice calm and even.

"…How?"

"Before you can control this power of yours, you must first be able to control yourself. Tell me, what is the only part of your body that you have complete control of?"

After pondering the question for a short time, Danny said, "My mind?"

"A good answer, but no," said Sir Syndil with a sweeping smile.

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