Lupine Howl: The Complete Second Series (All 8 books) (Lupine Howl series 2) by Cross Amy

Author:Cross, Amy [Cross, Amy]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Dark Season Books
Published: 2012-09-13T05:00:00+00:00

Six

1,780 years ago.

Together, the knights pull the boat to shore and reach out to take their king. His body wracked and ruined, Arthur is carefully passed off the boat and into the arms of the men who carry him to shore. With blood still running from the wound in his chest, Arthur is barely conscious and can do little more than occasionally open his eyes and look up at those who care for him. He always thought his death would be quick, yet it has been many years now since he was injured and he is in such agony, he doesn't know how he is able to remain awake.

"We're nearly there," says a nearby voice.

Arthur relaxes a little as he's carried along the shore. This must be Avalon. He has always known that he would die here, and that his body would be laid to rest deep in the island's rich soil. In many ways, this night is merely the result of destiny being fulfilled. Despite the agony that pulsates through his body, Arthur knows that this is how things are meant to be. This is how he was supposed to die.

Beside him is the sword.

All Arthur can think about is the sword. He knows the power of the blade, and he knows that with his death there will come an age of chaos. The sword will be sought be all the madmen of the land, and there will be struggles to control the union of the nation. Through all of this, the sword will be vital, because it is the sword that has power enough to tame the world. Already, there will be dark forces seeking the sword, asking about it, sending creatures to find it and doing everything they can to assume Arthur's power.

Finally, Arthur is placed on the ground near the edge of the water. His attendants stand back, and one man steps forward. This is the man who will take Arthur's place as king of the Britons.

"The pain will be gone soon," says Constantine, kneeling to look at the king's wounds.

"So will I," Arthur replies. "When I die, you will take my place".

Constantine bows his head.

"Do you know why I have chosen you?" Arthur asks. "It's not because you are strong, or because you crave power. It's because you are a good man who will not be fooled into giving up the power of the sword". He reaches out and picks up Excalibur one last time, passing it to Constantine. "After I'm gone, you must return the sword to its home. Return it to the place where it was found, and allow it to rest. Its power must be placed out of reach of ordinary men".

Constantine takes the sword, feeling its weight in his hands. "I will do as you say," he replies quietly. A modest man, Constantine is determined to take the role of king and ensure that the country remains strong.

"There is one final thing," Arthur says. "The man in the cage must not be released, not until after the sword has left the realm of mortal men.

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