Chapter ThreeUnder the protection of dozens of lighted torches that lined the main thoroughfare leading to The Temple, a steady stream of villagers soon began to approach from the forest depths where they made their homes. Responding to hand delivered invitations to dine and celebrate with the Healers, Temple Guardians and The Elders themselves, villagers of all ages crossed the growing darkness of night. Such a summons was not to be ignored, regardless of the thick darkness and brisk temperatures of early winter, and nearly every villager of Hwyndarin turned out in their finest regalia for the event. Progressing with unconcealed curiosity along the brightly lighted way as the pale winter sun slipped beyond the sill of the world, Fey gathered from all directions. A crisp evening breeze swe
