Aaron moved through this his workout fluently as Grace sat watching him. As the sun climbed slowly into the sky and started to burn off the fog surrounding the city Aaron finished his last exercise and dropped into a sitting position, crossing his legs and looking at Grace watching him. She smiled back. He reached … Continue reading Black-Heart: Training
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Black-Heart: Healed
It was early morning when Aaron started back into his old training regimen. He barely remembered most of it but his muscles hadn’t forgotten the years of painful routines that had been drilled into him. They had not been fun years but what he had been taught in his training to become a Protector had … Continue reading Black-Heart: Healed
Black-Heart: Aaron’s Decision
Aaron emerged on deck just as the sun was starting to set. The orange light hit the clear sky and the towers of the flying city, setting it alight. It was a sight he loved to see. Cool night wind whipped across his bare chest and shoulders, and plucked at the pants he wore. The … Continue reading Black-Heart: Aaron’s Decision
Black-Heart: Rest
Aaron could feel himself floating. His body felt heavy, numb. It took a conscious effort for him to focus his mind. He could feel the dark presence of the curse floating around him, enveloping him like a black fog. A memory of the dream he’d had after blacking out during his fight with Van surfaced … Continue reading Black-Heart: Rest
Black-Heart: Homecoming
Tugging on the ropes, reigning in the sails as he steered the ship through the billowing clouds. The wind buffeted the airship around, but he held steady. The sun was high and the moment he saw the colored sails of the airships trailing after the Flying City, his heart rose. The wind at his back, … Continue reading Black-Heart: Homecoming