Chapter 20
That night, Bradamante searched the white house shelves for a good book to read. She was more tired than usual, and wanted nothing more than a few quiet hours beside the fire.
She ran her finger along the spines of Manat’s books. Among the works of the Masters were several volumes by Manat’s own teacher, Samual. Bradamante preferred his simple words over the complicated philosophies of the other Masters. She settled into the rocking chair and turned to a passage she had read many times.
I returned from my journey
Where I saw all things under the sun,
And this is the wisdom I can share:
That salvation comes from courage
And strength from the pure love of our god,
That faith is the warrior’s infallible weapon
And truth a king’s only treasure.
Each man is chosen for a tas
