The Aspect: The Cessation's Harbinger by Ajax Lygan

Author:Ajax Lygan [Lygan, Ajax]
Language: eng
Format: epub, pdf
Published: 2021-02-11T22:00:00+00:00

15

The Infinity Mirrors

Thankfully, Halairim was no longer in the same burning, anarchic state they’d left it earlier that week. The burned buildings were nothing but smoldering reminders of the recklessness of a city without order. However, there was a good reason for that.

The hydra repositioned the entire Halairim army at strategic points close to the kingdom’s center. With an iron fist, the army swept in and put anyone who was taking part in reckless criminal acts to the sword. With martial law strictly enforced, the city felt more like a ghost town with its empty streets and abandoned public trade areas.

When Tempest and his companions attempted to leave the docks, they ran into a snag. Sophia currently looked more like a working girl rather than a lead investigator, thanks to the temporary clothes provided by Captain Helmrunner. They were necessary, not only due to her lack of clothing, but the physical growth she encountered by receiving Tempest’s gift. Her arms and legs thickened from the increase muscle mass. The brown feathers that lined her body were now edged in gold, creating a radiant glow as the sun shined upon her. The claws on her hands and feet were even sharper allowing her to slice through hardened steel. Her improved eyesight gave her an inhuman ability to read micro expressions, something that would be beneficial given her line of work.

The guard stopped and questioned them immediately, not believing she was who she said she was. They waited until someone from the city’s guard with enough authority could validate her identity. After they’d validated her credentials, she coordinated with the dock’s garrison to take their captives to Halairim’s dungeons and to provide quick transport for them and their supplies to the castle.

With the group splitting up, Tempest turned toward Captain Helmrunner and the rest of the crew to say their goodbyes.

“Well, your Eminence, looks like this is the time where we split ways,” Samara said, extending her arm.

“What’s next for the crew of The Amnesty?” Tempest asked, reaching out and clasping her forearm.

“Well, with the city still on lock down, we’ll need to find somewhere to offload these goods. We were thinking somewhere warm and tropical. I may treat these knuckleheads to a vacation in Belaphama.”

Cheers erupted from the crew when they heard the Captain’s announcement.

“You all deserve it. I wish you well in your future travels.”

“Same to you, my friend. Make sure to take care of those girls of yours, especially my lucky charm,” she said, leaning over and winking at Saïgra.

“I most certainly will.” The two shook hands once more before the Captain headed back toward the ship. When Tempest turned, he heard a last call from Samara.

“If you ever need further assistance from The Amnesty, I’m sure you’ll know how to find us.” He watched the crew board the ship before he climbed into one of the prepared carriages.

The ride through the city was a grim contrast from their previous entry. Soldiers gathered at every major crossroad, while troops marched openly through the city streets.

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