“I’m a little disturbed that you were flirting with Marta’s hunter. Were you that upset with her?” asked Izabela. “I wasn’t flirting.” Dmitrio blushed. “Well, not much. I was trying not to. Actually, he was doing most of the flirting.…
The Aether Masters – Part 7
Dmitrio squinted in the bright afternoon sun. The sky was clear and a blue so deep as to nearly be black. Waves of heat shimmered across the sand for as far as the eye could see. Mal joined him as…
The Aether Masters – Part 6
Izabela frowned at her brother. “You don’t usually manipulate more than light.” “Yes, well, it was better than being blown away or, worse, being stranded in the desert because the balloon was carried off in the wind.” “True. Still, you…
The Aether Masters – Part 5
“That would be a bit of a dilemma,” said Izabela as she poured the tea. Dmitrio let the illusion fade. “It was. There’s a reason why we have a magister system. Families shouldn’t be relied upon for justice when it…
The Aether Masters – Part 4
“So which was it?” Marta held the kitchen door open for Dmitrio. “I’m getting there.” Dmitrio smiled. “You never were patient.” “I’m plenty patient. You just like drawing out a tale,” said Izabela. She put the kettle on to heat.…
The Aether Masters – Part 3
“How is Maldriano?” asked Izabela. “She’s well. She, Alecia, and Kanno have adopted another child,” said Dmitrio. “Another? How many is that now?” “Four, I think.” Dmitrio shrugged. “You know they can’t refuse a child in need.” “Details,” said Izabela.…