“I wish to become betrothed to you.” One step at a time, he reminded himself. “If I return with the stone and a suitable bride, my people will understand that I mean to be their true lord.”Īlice looked distinctly uneasy. ‘Twill go far toward quelling the fears and uncertainties of my people.” “Aye.” The lady was quick-witted, Hugh thought. “Shortly after you arrived to take control of Scarcliffe?” The local convent has had the care of the crystal in recent years. All but the green stone disappeared a long time ago. They believe that it is part of what was once a large collection of priceless gems. Hugh shrugged, “It is in the eyes of my people. “The green crystal is truly valuable then?” Second, he must discover the location of the rest of the Stones of Scarcliffe.”Īlice blinked. First, he must guard the last remaining stone of an ancient treasure. “‘Tis said that the true lord of Scarcliffe must accomplish two things. What, exactly, are the stipulations of this legend?”
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