Authorial intent is a curious thing. On the one hand I do think what I have to convey through my writing is important, and on the other hand some portions of it are quite out of my control. I cannot dictate how one might read, nor think about the work, nor do I have any desire to dictate a proper way to enjoy a piece of literature. However, in the passages below, you will find yet another part where I have little control over the subject matter. We will have to pay a visit to the Archives of Cestra. I have purposely omitted details and had Aria provide her own accounts of what occurred inside. Believe me, the disappointment is mutual. I would’ve dearly loved to include in our literature the secrets of our world, not to mention be the first to report what was inside. However, some secrets b
