Swordwoman’s Tale — The Road North, Page 9
By Inkroost · Published
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Transcript
Kesh: “Here’s my offer. The sword, and you both walk out of here with all your fingers.” Kesh: “And you brought a Warden? Big fellow. I’ll charge extra for him.” Warden Voss: “Leave. This is the only warning you get.” Kesh: “Pity.” Sound effect: “THWIP THWIP THWIP”
Image description
Kesh stands on a fallen tree facing Mara and the armored Warden Voss as hooded crossbowmen aim from the rocky, wooded slopes; after Kesh gestures toward Voss and Voss grips his sword, bolts fly toward Kesh.
About this chapter
Mara leaves Hollowmere before first light and heads north toward the Greywater, where the Star Wardens are said to keep their hold. She carries Starfall and a power she still can't control, and Warden Voss follows close behind.