13/03/2026 12:56

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Traditionally, Wise Ones have880A CROWN OF SWORDSstood outside all feuds and battle, but this custom has recently been shattered, perhaps beyond mending. Because I conquered you? He had conquered Tear, and Cairhien too, but some turned on him in both lands still. What Elayne could not understand at first was why she wanted to grin, too. So I am yours.

Whoever she was, clearly the foremost thought in her head now was an urgent desire not to make a mistake. A branch that partially blocked Graendal's path flexed away until it snapped with a sharp crack. Still, smooth-cheeked like Edarra or as leathery-faced as white-haired Sorilea, they carried themselves with a self-possession easily matching the Aes Sedai's. I intended to ask you to come this afternoon, Lord Bryne.