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A battle joined; but alas to late to save all. At least they were able to heal the two injured that had survived. A way to protect at least this group from the Dragon's Breathe. That will definitely come in handy at some point. A meeting with potential new allies; and a promise of help.

This group is proving to be extraordinary. They are all showing signs to adding to the combined knowledge of magic. New ways to look at magic, new ways to create magic, and new understanding of how it can be used. This quest may prove to be something that benefits not just this group, not just the Prince, but the whole of this world.

Irik is helping them reach the pinnacle; but are we sure that is a good idea? The dark mages for lack of a better word seem drawn to them; is it a base for them? The group faced challenges getting this far in the underneath; Snave obviously was tasting looking to something. Glad he is okay.

New friends, we hope? One has to wonder about the wisdom of exploring a structure that you do not understand built by those that were as Gods.

The group faces danger from all directions; but the shield that Jamie has been able to develop and give to the others with Snave making improvements may help to keep them safe. Each step seems to bring something new and unexperienced.

So first steps taken on an epic journey. We learned about some of those traveling in the group; and the family of others. We got to see the demons working their foul art of death upon the innocent; the group instinctively knew that they could do nothing to help and watched in horror. Jamie found a way to give Geert the training to form the shield. That may prove to be important. Let's hope the group proves lucky.

A new magical attack; one that none of the group recognizes? Oh dear, that can't be good. Jamie stopped the physical attack without thoughts that something else could be happening, luckily Snave was able to cover when the first defense failed. The group will be even more watchful now, that is good. They must not fight among themselves, they must stay focused.

Leemus, well thanks to Wanda we know who we are up against; or at least one of them. Geert has joined them and we have Dorf back as a protector. Have to wonder why the magic Crillis shared went to Garvin instead of Jamie, but time will reveal all.

The time for coming clean is approaching; Jamie has already revealed himself more than once. He needs to come clean and let those around him know that he is Jamie not Master Thorvil. Crillis survived the initial destruction but not the after effect of the Dragons Fire. The Knight is a true protector, and he has to know that Jamie is not who he says he is but still protects him.

Thorvil and Snave are brothers; just so did not see that coming. Ah what one does for love of family or others. It is true, love can truly conquer all. Jamie seems to create something each time he enters the ether. Flitch is fascinating, I wish we truly understood what he was. Another great chapter.

Well, our heroes have been able to find at least a direction in which to search. Of course, the Forest of Night is a place to be feared, and were else to find an evil mage. LOL Also an understanding oh how those that serve the Price so willingly came to be in the palace was given and how they fit in together. A real delight.

I am sure that Caden is having a great deal of trouble controlling his emotions, Vampire puberty? Ludwig needs to stay with Caden more until he gets over this initial period. We know why he was seeing Julius but he had to realize that Caden would not handle anything well right now. And Julius should have realized that Caden would come looking for him sooner or later; you don't leave you human alone on an island with a new vampire. Could Sam really being growing to care about Julius?

I think they should both go to Harvard. That said, I can be okay with them going anywhere, as long as they are going to the same place. For Masters or a Doctorate program they can go their own way, but undergraduate, I want them to have each others backs...

Great chapter; flowed beautifully and the descriptive nature was just spot on. I really liked the conversation that Will and Travis had. I think they need to get a handle on what type of relationship they want and THEY need to define it, not anyone else. They are probably going to separate colleges so not sure that fully monogamous relationship would work, plus they are still very young. I think that Casey helps Will see things from different points of view and this helps him communicate his feelings and actions in a more appropriate manner. I don't think that monogamy is any sign of maturity. In a way monogamy is just a programmed response to a societal norm that religion more than anything says says is how you are supposed to operate. I love the interaction between Will and Marie. I think they are good for each other. Loved that Will was willing to turn down the valedictorian spot; but love it just as much that Marie explained to him why he shouldn't. Will and Marie share a bond that I don't think will ever be broken; of course, I have said that about other in this saga and was proven wrong. I can understand Marie. So much is going on in her life with her parents, she may feel a great deal of guilt with the idea of leaving them while there is so much disruption in their lives. What she has to understand is that she can't fix their lives, and her being happy and living her life, will be what they truly want for her. I want Will and Marie to go to the same college.

Wonderful chapter; the writing was especially good and the pacing truly first rate. This story just keeps getting better. Jamie is growing in power; or was the power already there but the focus he created is allowing him to access the knowledge of how to use the power properly? Urvan has his own secret; and Jamie and the rest need to discover it, for in doing so a vital clue may be found.

Well, this is a ticklish dilemma, easy to see why the Prince wanted Thorvil to come on the run. Jamie will find it hard to keep up this identity. He is just too honest and has already been tripped up once; but he is quick of wit and had an answer, but will everyone believe him?

While Jamie has power obviously, have to wonder if Garvin does as well. Or could he perhaps magnify the power that Jamie has within. Not sure that Jamie understands the bargain he has made this day; let us hope that he does not regret it at a latter time.

A truly delicious start to the story. A friend recommended this and I can tell that I am glad already. Well written and the pacing was spot on. Not sure that this should have been undertaken without some communication with Master Thorvil, but what is done is done.

Well Well Well; so Sam enjoys the pain of the bite and perhaps even the danger of knowing what he is doing to some extent. Opens up so many possibilities. This is the first time that Julius really seemed to show his age. He took care not to take to much and cost Sam his life; he did not want him in true pain over this encounter. He also did not just engage in sex, he wanted Sam to be aware and make the decision. Maybe after 2000 years Julius is growing up.

Kavan is not going to be forgiving of Gideon. Kavan has been hurt by Gideon and Konstantin on a fundamental level that will make it harder for his anger and his disappointment to dissipate. Being separated from his bothers again, has also increased his feelings of betrayal. I don't agree with @JohnnyC; there are not emotions just one, rage. The Conte has helped Kavan enjoy this time in Venice by giving him two extraordinary guides. Ilaria is adventuresome and does all the risky physical things that appeal to Kavan; and Mauro is a font of knowledge and handles the cultural side. I am sure they are also gathering knowledge of Kavan, but that is to be expected. Both Konstantin and Gideon made mistakes with how they handled Kavan; now they will have to figure out how to deal with the consequences.

Ah, so Julius was a slave to someone in Imperial Rome; I really do want some of the backstory here. Sam wants to feel that he fits in and belongs so badly; that he is willing to give up some of his blood to do so. Like Julius, I find it interesting that he hasn't taken the collar off. Well, we know that Ludwig and Caden are both still alive; but how is Caden adjusting to this changed life? Excellent chapter, can't wait for the next update. And for what it is worth, I think that there could be several more books in this saga.

Well, so Julius decides that he will help Ludwig; and before he even knows with what. Julius confesses but the confession doesn't seem to surprise Ludwig, makes you wonder if Ludwig didn't sense something, after all he was breaking up with Julius when he was killed. How did Ludwig survive oh so long ago without help? I realize that back then more people just disappeared and no one knew what happened but still. How is Caden taking this transformation? Is he happy or sad or???

You would think that after two thousand years that Julius would have grown up at least a little; but doesn't appear that he has. Just basic understanding of humans would help; what was he when he was turned, a member of the Imperial Roman ruling class? Hate that Caden is having issues; but what can you expect. Ludwig did not even appear to know that he could turn a human, so he has no idea of what to do. This really is all the fault of Julius. He did not prepare Ludwig at all and now everyone is paying the price.

Sam proves to be braver than even he realized he could be. He actually told Julius what he may have needed to hear for a millennium. Of course, Sam realized both during and after his outburst just how bad this could have gone. Julius is really hurt; did he truly believe that all he had to do was show up and he and Ludwig could live happily ever after? I mean, Julius killed Ludwig all those years ago and then did not even stick around to see if he came back as a vampire? Did he know all these years that Ludwig was out there somewhere? If so, why wait this long to start looking for him?

We can hope that Ludwig's blood is enough and Caden is one of those lucky humans that can synthesis the blood into his body and come back. Ludwig will truly be lost without Caden, and I think he will try and kill Julius. If Ludwig succeeds and turns Caden, how will he react to it? I doubt they ever talked about it since I don't think that Ludwig understood it was possible until Julius said it. Whose body was on the beach? Could Julius have collapsed out of remorse, okay anything is possible. Could he have killed someone? Sam is in for it no matter what... Excellent chapter.