The night sky wrapped itself in a cloak of blinding black as Goddess Vaari jumped down from the dragon’s corpse. Only the silver licked edges of the crescent moon scattered its dying light among the gray clouds.
“She saved us!”
“Goddess Vaari!”
“Praised be the night!”
Goddess Vaari flicked away her stray locks with her milky white fingers and cast a dull sideways glance at the kneeling humans who cried out words of gratitude and praised her mercy. Men and women of all ages shouted unanimously, “Praised be the Goddess of the night! Our savior!”
Annoyed by the crazed cacophony of praises, Vaari let out a tired sigh. Putting her index finger against her moist lips she whispered, “Shhh…” The cries of the people ceased instantly. Everyone except Goddess Gloria and Emily froze where they st
