Castien, an elf mage who cannot speak except with the aid of a magical dagger, has been captured while on a mission. He is freed by his companion, the warrior elf Daeron, and returns with him to Daeron’s homeland. There they will join forces to rid the land of a Lord bent on the destruction of the elves.<br><br>Theirn, a young half-elf thief, attempts to rob Castien during his stay at an inn and is caught by the mage. Much against Theirn’s will, he is enlisted into the group of rebel elves. But as Theirn's infatuation with Castien grows, he becomes more than eager to risk treachery, betrayal, and even death on dangerous missions just to be close to the man he is growing to love.

Mage of Silence

“He has, it seems, already decided which female he wants to be his spouse,” Castien told him. “That is why we are here.”


“Ahh.” Lain lifted an eyebrow in question and Castien explained. When he had finished Lain nodded. “It would be an alliance which would profit him greatly. I can understand your Cor is worried and seeks more information about the prince.”


“Indeed.” Castien again fell into deep thought before he asked, “Is there a way to enter the palace without his knowledge? One that would not require the use of magic?”


“Only by invitation, which,” Lain chuckled as he looked at their garb, “I doubt he would offer you.”


“True.” Castien smiled slightly. “Does he visit the mines?”


“Often, however when he does his soldiers are there to protect him.”


Theirn was puzzled. “If he is so powerful why does he need so much protection? Could he not stop anyone who tried to attack him with just a wave of his hand?”


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