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Volume 3. - CHAPTER X.
Ledscha stands on the shadowed shore of Pelican Island, clutching a whispered promise that the full moon will bring Hermon back to her. In a world of hidden pirate tunnels, rustling papyrus thickets, and moonlit seas, her heart swings between fierce jealousy and fragile hope. As the lunar glow climbs, she watches the waters ripple, each silver crest a reminder that time—like the wandering goddess of the moon—is slipping away.
The story weaves together ancient intrigue and tender longing, drawing listeners into the tension of a night that could mend or break a love. While the island’s secret passageways hint at daring escapes, Ledscha’s inner struggle captures the universal fear of waiting for a promised reunion. With each breath of night wind, the narrative balances the looming threat of betrayal against the delicate promise of a lover’s return, inviting listeners to linger in the quiet anticipation that only a moon‑lit rendezvous can create.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (77K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Apr 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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