My Sparkling Misfortune (The Lakeland Knight) (17 page)

I didn't like the idea.

"That means I'll have to pose as the Lakeland Knight again."

"You're worried about your reputation, this would be a perfect solution. Do it as the Lakeland Knight, not Lord Arkus."

"Well... I suppose you are right." I looked at Jarvi. His sword was not there. "Jarvi? You hear me, don't you? Give me your sword, I'll try to cleanse it through this whole charade."

Nothing happened.

"I think he does not want you to risk your life," Ellar said. "You do realize it is going to be very dangerous?"

"I kind of thought valiant deeds included some danger, yes. Come on, Jarvi, don't make it even more complicated. Just give me the sword."

"Let me talk to him."

Ellar leaned over and whispered into Jarvi's ear. I don't know what he said, but in a few moments the thin orange sword appeared at Jarvi's side. I remembered it in its full shining glory, and I remembered how the glow faded. It was still very dim, barely noticeable.

I took the sword and sheathed it; since I'd just broken mine, the empty scabbard was waiting. Just like the last time, the blade fit right in, quickly adjusting to the size.

"Well, I guess I've got to start packing."

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Laura Lond is an internationally published author of several novels and a collection of short stories. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. Having worked for 2 years at a literary museum, Laura entered the world of business, working for large corporations like Xerox Ltd. and Fluor Daniel. After moving from
Europe
to the
United States
, she has been self-employed as a freelancer.

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