Bridgeworlds: Rise of the Magi

Bridgeworlds: Rise of the Magi by Randy Blackwell

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me because that is what Kalat want to do most—kill Malakadam.”
    Myles rubbed his head as he tried to process all that. “Wow, that’s a lot of information to absorb in one sitting. I may have to ask you about some of that again some time.”
    Sebastian smiled, “Indeed. But a bit of advice to you, Omar—hide your tattoo. The original Council of Thirteen each came to Musterion with an 8-digit tattoo just like yours, but they were all Adam. If you don’t like answering too many questions, I wouldn’t let anyone see an Akana walking around with an Adam tattoo. That will start a whole new inquiry much worse than the one you face now.”
    The glass cage suddenly stopped as it touched a giant bubble encompassing an entire city at the bottom. Then the cage slowly pushed its way through the bubble without letting any water in and continued descending until it touched the bottom.
    Omar watched this happen. “That’s not physically possible.”
    Sebastian grinned. “Anything is possible in Musterion. You’ll soon learn that.”

8
    Decision
    Omar and Sebastian stepped out of the cage carrying Myles. Omar stared in awe at the multitude of buildings in the city, glowing brightly despite being so deep beneath the surface of the water. Each one was made of shells and precious stones. As Omar slowly rotated, taking in the wonder of this place, they were all silent. Sebastian looked pleased with himself. Clearly he had hoped to astonish them.
    One of the ’Am Mayim who saw them arrive ran over and greeted Sebastian. “Hello, my friend. It’s good to see you.”
    Sebastian warmly returned the greeting. “It’s good to see you too, Reuben. I know it’s unusual to bring visitors to Takeleth, but they saved my life from a violent and hungry Kalat.”
    Reuben was a tall ’Am Mayim with red hair, green eyes, and a regal air about him. He glanced over at Myles and Omar and exclaimed, “An Adam! Where did you come from? Did he say that you two killed a Kalat? Is that true, only the two of you? Why, back on Soterion, a Kalat has been known to take down three Raphad! How is it possible that an Adam and an Akana could overcome one all by themselves?”
    Myles shook his head, bewildered. Omar couldn’t resist the urge to ask a question. “Reuben, please share your knowledge about the Raphad. We hear so little about them where we come from.”
    “I only know as much as most people. They’re generally at least twenty feet tall, look somewhat like an Adam, and have an odd reverence for water.”
    Omar nodded respectfully. Reuben seemed to sense that he was missing something about these strangers.
    Before he could probe any further, Sebastian put his hand on Reuben’s shoulder. “We came in the hope that you could give us some help. The Kalat badly damaged Myles’ leg. It’s not just a scratch; it’s far more serious. Please accept for now that they are both weary travelers who have reached the Core of the Maze of Musterion but do not wish to answer any questions at this time.”
    Reuben shrugged. “Well, for now, perhaps. But it’s definitely a story I would like to hear someday. Now, Sebastian, you know my father. I might be able to smooth over one surprise visitor by telling him that he killed a Kalat. But two visitors to the secret city would be totally unacceptable to him. Normally these things have to be discussed ahead of time. What I suggest is that you leave Myles here and you and Omar return to the city above. After all, my father will want to meet the first Adam to come here in a thousand years. And while he’s here, we will see what can be done about that leg of his.”
    Sebastian looked at Omar and Myles and asked, “Is this acceptable? Remember, Omar, you do have an appointment with Ischus. You need to return anyway.”
    Omar nodded. “Sure, it’s fine with me as long as Myles is okay with it.”
    Myles laughed as he said, “Are you kidding me? Come on, look at this place! I’ve never seen a casino half as

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