Ache Of Chaos – Randi Garner

She pushed the white strip of hair behind her ear and slipped on a pair of dangling ruby earrings. A pair that she’d bought in one of Isolde’s markets. She traced her fingers down the golden chains around her neck, connected by a matching red jewel between her breasts. Beneath it, the gilded web decorated the skin of her diaphragm, meeting the end of her neckline right above her naval. The set of jewelry was one of her favorites, but her most precious of all was a set gifted to her by Father.

One of his few tangible generosities. Her gaze jumped from the mirror to the organized rows of earrings hanging on the velvet jewelry holder. She ran her fingernail down the line, and they jingled like windchimes in a spring breeze. The dainty, opulent stars glinted under the dimmed lights. Strangely, stars were her favorite part about the night. An atom of light, proof that there was existence in the abyss.

Darkness never lasts, my darling magnolia. Perhaps, to some degree, Father was right. Marina lifted her chin, locking eyes with herself in the mirror. “I won’t fail.” She needed to do more to keep Acacius from advancing his mayhem in the city, while still gathering more information about his intentions.

Marina’s heartbeat stuttered. She could easily distract Acacius, but to get information from him, she would need for them to hold a conversation instead of fighting. Marina inhaled deeply, knowing the moment her feet touched the ground in Tavora, he would sense her presence. Anticipation buzzed in her system. She ignored the enticing jolt in her chest, choosing not to dwell on the anomalous feeling that the High God relentlessly evoked in her. Marina stood from her satin stool. The sheer fabric of her gown slid down her legs, opening the slits on each side, spreading up to the middle of her thighs.

A gown perfect to run in. She smiled a little to herself, her stomach waltzing as she teleported to Tavora. And so it begins.

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1kitap1.com/en For those who have stared into the darkness for too long; may you find the courage to finally look away. 1kitap1.com/en AUTHOR NOTE Dear Reader, To avoid any expectations failing to be met, I want to let you know that this book is set up a little differently than the first two of the series.

Ache of Chaos does not have a dual timeline and, for the most part, primarily takes place in the present. Marina and Acacius are also unhinged, complex, morally gray characters in deeply scarred, emotional places when we begin their story. With that being said, I want to give you a gentle warning before stepping into the book: This story contains dark themes and mature content not suitable for readers under the age of 18.

On the next page, you will find a list of trigger warnings. I advise looking over them before continuing. Your happiness is what is most important, so do what you need to take care of yourself. Happy reading, loves!

This is a short excerpt from the opening of “” by Unknown, quoted for review and introduction purposes. All rights belong to the copyright holders.

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