Vision of the Griffin's Heart by L.R.W. Lee

Author:L.R.W. Lee [Lee, L.R.W.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Children's eBooks, Action & Adventure, Fairy Tales; Folk Tales & Myths, Dragons, Interactive Adventures, Teen & Young Adult, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Coming of Age, Literature & Fiction, Fairy Tales & Folklore, Myths & Legends, Norse, Fantasy & Supernatural, Mystery, Thrillers, Maraya21
ISBN: 9781522701507
Publisher: Woodgate Publishing
Published: 2016-01-12T22:00:00+00:00

The company trudged up and down three tall mountains before the terrain leveled out late that afternoon. Undulating hills were a merciful change.

Captain Baldric held up a hand from the front of the pack. “We’re nearing the territory of the herewolves and therewolves. Let’s make camp. I’d rather navigate that area with as much light as possible and get clear of it tomorrow before nightfall.”

The captain divvied up tasks. Sergeants Rosser and Hammond left to hunt fresh meat for dinner while the others set about gathering wood and clearing an area large enough for bedrolls. A stream flowed nearby, and Yara went with Andy to refill canteens.

“I overheard bits and pieces of what you and Alden talked about. Do you really think restoring each nation’s center of power will defeat Abaddon?”

“Like I told Alden, I’m not one hundred percent sure, but it certainly sounded like it from what I read. Even if he isn’t defeated, he wouldn’t be able to hurt us anymore.”

“That would certainly be a step in the right direction.” Yara smiled as she knelt and began filling a drinking vessel.

“What?”

“You’re going to make a great king.”

Andy felt his cheeks warm and he focused on the bubbling stream. “I’m trying to prepare myself. For that matter, you’ll make a fine queen.”

“I’m trying to prepare myself,” she parroted with a giggle, drawing a laugh from Andy. “Just accept the compliment.”

A smile inched its way onto Andy’s visage and he paused after withdrawing his canteen from the stream. “I’m so glad to be back. I missed you.”

Yara batted her lashes and sat down beside him. “Yeah, letters are fine, but I much prefer having you next to me.”

Andy corked the canteen and an uncomfortable silence fell over them. He took to moving pine needles back and forth with his foot while Yara studied the talkative brook.

Unable to endure the awkwardness any longer, Andy cleared his throat and reached for Yara’s hand. He met her deep blue eyes.

I could drown in those eyes.

“Would you mind if I kissed you?”

“I was kind of hoping you’d ask.” A flush crept across the princess’s face.

Andy felt his heart begin to race and he wiped his upper lip. “Whew, sure is warm.”

The sound of the stream melted away as he closed his eyes and leaned in. Yara’s lips were soft, delicate, and she smelled of flowers. A tingling sensation blossomed in his fingertips and moved up his arms, stopping only when it reached his heart.

The sound of someone clearing his throat nearby tossed a bucket of ice water on the kindling that had just ignited, jolting them apart.

“Oh,” Yara’s pitch rose. She brought a hand over a rosy cheek.

Andy glanced at his love and grinned before turning to recognize the intruder.

“I hope I’m not interrupting anything,” Sergeant Ector intoned. The man’s eyes danced as he added, “You were gone longer than expected so the captain sent me to look for you.”

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