I was taught that my people and the forest lived in harmony, that the river was the source of life. There were dangers in the forest, but if I followed the rules of our tribe I would live to grow old. Unfortunately, the forest was a place of amazing wonders and magnificent climbing trees. I was never concerned about my safety because I could hide better than anyone in the forest. Maybe it was because Da had told me often that I had an adventurer's spirit, one that could not be tamed by rul...

All the days I had spent with Roman, I had never imagined that it would be Roman that I wanted by my side. It was ridiculous that a meek Citian could capture the attention of such a strong Xiena. It was Roman who had pointed me in the right direction to learn how to not be helpless and pathetic, aided me in discovering the strength within me, and allowed me to find confidence in myself. But, as with everything in life, tribulations abound.I was so tiny in the world of the Xiena. I ...