Weis, Margaret - Dragonlance - War of Souls 02 - Dragons of a Lost Star by Weis Margaret

Author:Weis, Margaret
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"Oh, but he was there, my lords," said Goldmoon, rising to her feet. "If you know your history as you claim, then you know that Tasslehoff Burrfoot was at the Council of Whitestone and that he did break the dragon orb."

"I am aware that the heroic kender Tasslehoff Burrfoot did these things. Master," said Lord Tasgall, speaking to her in respectful, gentle tones. "Perhaps your confusion arises from the fact that this kender calls himself Tasslehoff Burrfoot, undoubtedly in honor of the heroic kender who bore the original name."

"I am not confused," Goldmoon stated sharply. "The so-called miracle that transformed my body did not affect my mind. I knew the kender you refer to. I knew him then, and I know him now. Haven't you been listening to his story?" she demanded impatiently.

The Knights stared at her. Gerard lifted his head, a flush of hope reddening his face.

"Are you saying that you affirm his story. First Master?"

Lord Nigel, Knight of the Crown, asked, frowning.

"I do," said Goldmoon. "Palin Majere and Tasslehoff Burrfoot traveled to the Citadel of Light to meet me there.

I recognized Tasslehoff. He is not an easy person to forget.

Palin told me that Tasslehoff was in possession of a magical artifact that permitted him to travel through time.

Tasslehoff came to the Tomb of the Last Heroes the night of the terrible storm. It was a night for miracles," she added with a touch of bitter irony.

"This kender"�Lord Tasgall glanced at Tas uncertainly�

"claims that the Knight here on trial escorted him to Qualinesti, where they met Palin Majere at the home of Laurana, wife of the late Lord Tanis Half-Elven."

"Tasslehoff told me the same story, my lords. I have

no reason to doubt it. If you mistrust his story or if you question my word, I suggest that there is an easy way to prove it. Contact Lord Warren in Solace and ask him."

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"Of course, we do not question your word. First Master,"

the Lord Knight said, looking embarrassed.

"But you should, my lords," Lady Odila said. Rising to her feet, she faced Goldmoon. "How do we know you are what you daim to be? Your word alone. Why should we believe you?"

"You shouldn't," said Goldmoon. "You should question, Daughter. You should always question. Only by asking are we answered."

"My lords!" Starmaster Mikelis was shocked. "The First Master and I are old friends. I can testify that she is indeed Goldmoon, First Master of the Citadel of Light."

"Tell me what you are thinking. Daughter," Goldmoon said, ignoring the Starmaster. Her gaze fixed upon Lady Odila as if they were the only two in the room. "Speak your heart. Ask your question."

"Very well, I will do so." Lady Odila turned to face the Knights' Council. "My lords, the First Master Goldmoon is more than ninety years old! This woman is young, beautiful, strong. How is it possible, in the absence of the gods, that such miracles happen?"

"Yes, that is the question," Goldmoon said and sank back down in her chair.

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