by James Wisher
Xander weaved his way through the crowd and appeared by Gabriel side. “Why are you moping?”
Gabriel jumped then brightened. “Xander, what are you doing here?”
“I could hardly miss your wedding day, now could I? What kind of brother do you take me for?” Xander handed him the coffer. “Congratulations.”
Gabriel opened the coffer and Xander saw his gifts for the first time. A black pearl necklace for Amanda and a gold ring with the Bright Shield’s emblem for Gabriel. Perfect. He didn’t know how Kaylin did it.
“They’re wonderful, Xander, thank you. Amanda’s going to love the necklace.”
“Speaking of my new sister, where is she? I figured you two would be inseparable today.”
“She’s mingling. I needed a few minutes alone.”
Xander rolled his eyes. “What’s the problem?”
“Everything’s great, no on has even tried to kill this month yet. I guess I’m missing Mother and Father more than usual today.”
“I miss them too.” Xander surprised himself by admitting it out loud. “At least we have each other now.”
Gabriel nodded. “How did you find out about my wedding? I didn’t know where to send your invitation.”
“I have many sources in Lord’s Way, one of whom is assigned to keep watch on you. That reminds me, do you know a tavern called the Blind Pirate?”
“Sure, we roust that dump once a week. Why?”
“On the sign out front is a parrot. Its head pops off and inside is a hollow chamber. If you need to get a hold of me you can leave a message there, my man will find it.”
“I’ll remember.” Gabriel smiled. “Did you want to talk to Amanda? I can find her.”
Xander shook his head. “No, I think I make her nervous.”
“I expect you have that effect on a lot of people.”
“Yeah.” The fire in Xander’s eyes flared. “I’d best be on my way. No doubt your guests would be horrified to find me here.”
“No doubt.” There gazes met and they laughed. The two brothers shared a fierce embrace. “Don’t be a stranger.”
“Remember the drop. If you need me I’ll be there.” Xander vanished.
Gabriel went to find his wife, happier than he’d been in years.
The End
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
James E. Wisher is a writer of science fiction and fantasy novels. He’s been writing since high school and reading everything he could get his hands on for as long as he can remember. This is his fourth novel.
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Table of Contents
Copyright
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Epilogue
About the Author
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