The Runemaster

Author's note: this is from Seraphina's point of view

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I enjoyed Sergio's reaction when I cast a sound barrier.

I knew that I should keep my abilities concealed and the fewer people know what I can do, the better, but Sergio's condescending gaze rubbed me the wrong way.

I hated that he looked down on me.

I hated that he saw me as Duke's liability.

I hated that he feared Aldus yet ignored me.

From now, Sergio will know I'm not weak and ignorant and he should show some respect.

He called me a runemaster. That's a first.

The truth is that the bracelet (which is embedded in the flesh of my left wrist) is a magical tool that is allowing me to channel energy and operate runes.