The Leopard Stratagem (Leopard King Saga Book 2) by Uner T.A

Author:Uner, T.A. [Uner, T.A.]
Language: eng
Format: azw3
Published: 2014-09-22T16:00:00+00:00

Thirteen/Tredecim

Serpentus eyed the cloudless sky.

Capri. The early signs of spring were in bloom here as flowers had sprung from trees and shrubs, violet and blue. Now, it was the gathering point where his new allies would hear him out. Where he would begin the next stage of his plan. Weeks ago, Maelstrom had successfully returned from his mission, having located men who could answer his call. Then there was the Door. Afaa had told him more about this world called Kaotika. His teacher had been there. Lived there.

His power was growing. Under Afaa’s tutelage he had learned the first three Penumbras of Serpent Eye. He had practiced his new powers and found them to be indispensable. The Leopard King would fall before him. But first, Serpentus would make him suffer. His thoughts turned to that of the Leopardess, The Leopard King’s pet, Celestra was her name, if he remembered correctly.

“Let’s see if this spell works,” he said. He hoped that wherever the Leopardess was that his spell would find her and cause her harm. “Corvus,” he said. “If any Ravens should be near her they’ll find her.” He wanted to try one on the Leopard King, a more powerful spell, but first he had to increase his Vigor.

He turned around from the balcony view overlooking the bay. The clear blue waters rippled under the rays of the sun, ships dotting its surface. Chaos Spikeskull stood behind him. The armourer had been an indispensible ally these past few weeks. Creating his serpent armor and new weapons. His mace, Skull-Crusher, was a metallic serpent crafted onto a thick shaft. A skull pommel completed the weapon and Spikeskull had trained him how to use it. His scimitar, FireSkull, was even more impressive, but no less deadly. Along with Skull-Crusher, Afaa had cursed it to give it power and, at Serpentus’ command, its blade came alive with the fire of Kaotika. His serpent armor was cast from the strongest metals available. It cost a small fortune but was well worth it. Armor that offered defense and comfort. Spikeskull knew his trade well.

“When will the others be arriving, Lord Serpentus?” Spikeskull asked.

Serpentus saw his own reflection in the armourer’s spiked mask. He marveled at the craftsmanship of his helm. Shaped like the head of a serpent, four fangs flanking his face to offer protection and deflate his enemies spirits. His breastplate was inlaid with serpents that coiled around its surface. If it wasn’t so imposing it would be beautiful.

“Soon,” Serpentus replied. He had to be patient. Unlike his previous self, Norbanus, whose brash behavior had been his own undoing.

That part of me no longer exists.

Spikeskull nodded.

Afaa approached them. Cane in hand. The old cultist did not care much for the scenery Capri offered. “Have you summoned them yet?” he asked.

“No, Teacher,” Serpentus replied respectfully. “Soon.”

“The sooner you get your vengeance, the sooner we begin our quest to seize the Door.”

Serpentus nodded. He cursed Camus Scorpio’s memory.

If you had not failed in your mission Scorpio, and brought me Paullus Gabinius, perhaps I would’ve been privy to its power.

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