Fledgling

For such a short story, the world building was well done.  It's love, hope and tragedy in a well decorated box.

A peek into a world that feels so deeply established as it it always existed? Fantastical characters thrust into high stakes peril? Love and loss? What more could you ask for if you're a fan of dark fantasy?

An intriguing tale in a magical world, with ineresting characters in wonderful surroundings, and a surprise ending.  

Interesting experience, reading this short story. The world building was well done, and it is worth the time to give it a read. There is no preparing for the unexpected ending. Cheers!

What you do for love in a world of dark lust and magical powers???

Thanks Secret Author.

This is a wonderful short story, full of love, hope and tragedy. 

Although not a fantasy fan, I gave this ago and was glad I did.  World-building is v good and coherent. I liked the likable characters and loved the Magister.  As others have commented, the ending is abrupt but powerful. Well done.  

Quite interesting, if magic is your thing. As others had said, the ending is shocking. I can understand why a few people think I wrote this one. I guess we'll all have to wait to see if you're right.