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Chaper 39: An Old Book

'Lectio quid a passen attirtra vetis memoirix usque le libramentum'

Reading what has passed draws old memories to the surface.

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Images flash within a captivated mind. Words spring from pages with the ferocity of a waterfall. Kiora sits now at her desk. The lantern guides her quest as she studies each poem. The young Daemik learns quickly that her younger self is caught between sorrow and strength. Kiora shifts in her seat. 'How troubling it is to read some of these dark thoughts!' Her mind cries out. Kiora turns to the next poem of interest.

''The devil doubt whispers in my ear,'' she recites. Kiora's voice trails along each line slowly. ''Child wouldn't you come near?/ I'll tell a tale you'll must believe/ Though it'll make your stomach heave!''

Kiora takes a breath. 'Who is the speaker? Surely, I am not the initial voice!' The young Daemik twists her lip.