Chapter Nineteen - continued Merike turned to King Gray, a cold smile on her lips, her eyes like chips off an iceberg near the Great North. The breeze played only around her, dancing with her skirts and laughing through her short hair. "I hope you are ready to lose your crown, Your Majesty," she said, … Continue reading Sisters of String and Glass, Part 89

Chapter Nineteen - continued "What nonsense is this?" King Alon demanded. "He is not yet wed. Merike will marry him." Lawrence quickly held up a placating hand. "Not so, Your Majesty. Here in the Glass Kingdom, declaration to court is just short of an agreement to marriage. In due time the Duke and my daughter … Continue reading Sisters of String and Glass, Part 88

Chapter Nineteen - continued "Lawrence," King Gray heralded, relief in his voice and shoulders. "Thank you for coming so quickly." "A missing prince and handmaiden," Lawrence said shortly, punctuated with a sharp nod. "Kidnapping or runaway?" "Uncertain," King Gray cut in quickly, casting a glare at the other king. "The handmaiden would not flee her … Continue reading Sisters of String and Glass, Part 87

Chapter Nineteen - continued Adrian pulled his fingers into fists for a moment. Abigail would never marry him if he were to become king. James would never forgive him for telling all assembled he had likely run away with the handmaiden. Andalissa's hand fell on his shoulder. Startled, he turned to her. She didn't say … Continue reading Sisters of String and Glass, Part 86

Chapter Nineteen It was while my sister was examining the glass dome that she heard a melodic sound, like that of something small and bright striking the glass. Beside her, a young man rushed past. His golden hair was in disarray and he was hastily pulling a hood over it. His bright eyes were nervous … Continue reading Sisters of String and Glass, Part 85