Chapter 1

I grew up being told I was special but never why. I remember very little of my childhood. In fact, the first memory I can really recall was from when I turned twelve. I was in The Castle, but I don't know how I got here.

It's the only home I know.

The other orphaned children - victims of the war - are my only friends. Together, we've learned how to control our powers.

The world outside The Castle is in chaos. But in here, things are peaceful and we are safe.

Now, men have come to take me.

My name is Era Aaedite, and this is my story.