Summoner 13 by Eric Vall

Author:Eric Vall [Vall, Eric]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-03-13T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 9

Once the war cry fell off into scattered echoes, the people of Hawk Clan leapt into action in a flurry of motion.

Freya and Vahla wrapped a blanket around my shoulders, and I smiled with gratitude as the warmth encased my shivering body. Trjegul stashed the sack of eggs next to me and clapped me on the back with a wide grin before he returned to his position at the rudder. Then other hawk people grabbed paddles and unfurled the sail, and a moment later, the small ship began to turn and push through the water.

We sailed toward the west and retraced our path to Eyrie Island while the sun set on the horizon in front of the bow. I gingerly eased my aching body into a more comfortable position and winced when the blanket opened and the icy wind hit my damp clothes.

After we had travelled for a while, Chief Fenrir turned to regard me silently. His expression was blank, as though he was still deep in thought, but then the clan leader blinked out of his daze, and he cleared his throat.

“Gryff of Mistral,” Fenrir said in a reluctant tone, “you have completed the second trial of the Warrior’s Test … ” He paused for a long moment, and his jaw muscles twitched as he clenched his teeth. “You have proven yourself a fierce warrior, and you bring honor to Hawk Clan with your success.”

“Thank you,” I replied with a respectful nod. Then I arched an eyebrow and smirked. “Like I said, nothing I can’t handle.”

Chief Fenrir shot me a sharp look, but then dropped his hostile expression with a sigh.

“You must understand my doubt, foreigner,” the hawk man chuckled and shook his head. “I honestly didn’t think you stood a chance against the Miste Isles, let alone the savage water dragons.” His tone grew serious, and his eyes revealed his respect. “I know I have treated you unfairly.”

“Don’t worry about it.” I grinned. “You only did what you thought was best for your people. I’m just glad the trials have been easy so far. I’m ready for the final trial and to see if these eggs live up to all the fuss.”

“Be patient, Gryff,” Chief Fenrir chuckled. “Even though you have been very successful so far, there is much left to be done before the final ceremony. And only after all the trials are completed can we partake in the water dragon egg ritual.”

“Do not worry, fledgling,” Freya added. “We will feed you well tonight.”

“I guess I can wait a little while longer to eat these eggs.” I smirked. “The third trial will be done before you can lasso an eel.”

My stomach grumbled in response at the mention of food, and Freya giggled when she heard the sound.

“You have the bottomless appetite of a new hatchling,” the blonde shapeshifter teased. “No wonder you did so well with the hunger test.”

“The hunger test?” I arched an eyebrow at the princess questioningly.

“Yes,” she explained. “The second trial proves that the goddess has blessed you with a hunger for life.

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