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In the days that follow, I juggle my moving my anti-Acca treaty forward, continuing my battle training, and finishing the inter-realm map for the Tower of Wonders. Mother has taken the lead on the tournaments. Clearly, she’s still scheming. I’ve been too busy to focus on it. Plus I’ve been tinkering with the Tithe book from the Ryder library. Why?
No matter what I do, the pages appear blank. It is incredibly irritating.
As a result, I’ve given the book to Lucas. If anyone can figure out how to make the volume reveal its secrets, it’s the Earl of Striga.
Being exceptionally busy helps to distract me from thoughts of my girl. There’s one bright spot: I’ve gotten word from the Ryders—who in turn were told by Myla’s friend Cissy—that indeed, Myla is attending the Autumn Tournament.
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