The Gifted Sisters And The Golden Mirror by Rachel Crist

Author:Rachel Crist [Crist, Rachel]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-12-11T06:00:00+00:00

“Oh’ ring the bell, sweet Queen Bellflower

An heir will hear your call

Ring, ring, my Queen Bellflower

Her touch shall save us all.

“Oh’ ring the bell, sweet Queen Bellflower

Her life is yours forevermore

Ring, ring, my Queen Bellflower

We’ll love you evermore.”

The words are familiar. It’s a song written down in one of the many books on Amah’s shelves, back in the pines. It is said to have been a popular medley a long time ago, and it’s taught to all the children. The rest of the song speaks of Queen Bellflower’s journey. I have always found its message sad—that loss of her magic.

I’m shocked to hear them singing her words to me, linking me to the most powerful queen of old. Prelate Rishima stands, and motions me to join her. I take my dress in my hand, and ascend the stairs. The sisters rise as I pass by, and follow us back inside the Temple.

I’m in a large circular room that has walls lined with alcoves, each with a short pillar that holds a metal brazier with small orange flames burning in its center. At the far end of the room, a large statue of Guardian Pynth stands, an altar set before him.

I follow the Prelate up more steps at the western end of the room. The other sisters do not follow; instead they go to kneel near the statue. When I glance to my caretaker, her expression is grim.

“I’m under the impression,” the Prelate probes, “that you are here to speak with Scholar Eli?” Her heavy-lidded eyes peer intently into mine. She has done nothing to warrant any fear, but her presence alone makes me slightly tremble.

“Y…yes. He asked me to come visit him.”

She clasps her hands together and nods knowingly.

“Good, good. Scholar Eli has studied the magical books his whole life. I’m sure he’ll be able to help you learn in no time. Just know this, the Willow Sisters take all this very seriously. We have devoted our lives in service to Maker Adon, and we will not tolerate any form of blasphemy.”

My brows snap up. “Oh! I would never, Prelate Rishima. I am beyond curious to know everything and willing to embrace it all.”

Her eyes narrow down for only a moment. “I’m glad to hear that, princess. There are those who have lost faith, and it’s our job to guide them back to see the truth.”

It happens so fast, I could’ve imagined it, but I swear the Prelate glances towards Amah before her eyes return to me.

“You will find Scholar Eli in here. If you find you are in need of anything, do not hesitate to call.”

Prelate Rishima bows her head.

“The rest of you may follow me.”

“Excuse me?” Amah asks quickly.

“Only those who are royal, or Sisters of the Temple may enter. None of you qualify. You should know that, Amah.” The Prelate’s words are crisp and to the point.

I am shocked, and look to my uncle. I wasn’t aware this was the plan. Before Amah can offer a retort, the Regent gives her a stern look, then responds to the Prelate.

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