Tassatina

It's been a year since Niari was stabbed and almost killed. The New Elithimites have disappeared, and nothing more can be done until they are located.

In Nebreth City, Carlitha is preparing for her second marriage to Boladan, since the first, Navan, ceremony isn't legal in Nebrethian law. Niari, on the other hand, although recovered physically, is still struggling with the emotional repercussions of the attack.

Meanwhile, in Atriosa, capital of Falodirian, 15-year-old Tassatina works happily as the housekeeper in Madame Wennara's brothel. On her own since the age of 11, she knows she's fortunate to have found such a good employer. She works hard, and hopes, when she comes of age, to enter the real business of the place. It would be a good career. In the Atriosine religion, prostitutes are honoured as the priestesses of Atrios as god of love.

In her spare time, Tassi loves nothing more than to listen to the town's minstrels. Her special favourites are the songs about Niari and Carlitha and the adventures they have had.

Then, a sighting of the New Elithimite leaders is reported near Atriosa. Niari, Carlitha, and the rest of the Company prepare to head there in the hope of confronting their enemies. Tassi's idols are actually coming to town, and the King has organised a parade so the people can see them. She'll be able to see them all up close.

When there is an incident during the parade, Tassi ends up holding Carlitha's horse for her. Wow, you just can't get closer than this. What a story she's going to have to tell her friends. All her dreams are coming true!

But, sometimes, you really should be careful what you wish for.

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