33. Cassia: Hold Fast

Summary

• Cassia is a character who has a mystical connection to her brother Everen who is currently in the human world.
• She manages to communicate with him through a magical mirror and a rope of their magic.
• Everen has taken on a human appearance which Cassia feels distances him from their natural form.
• Cassia informs Everen about the upcoming Feast of Flowers and their plans for bonding, which is yet to be completed. Everen is not content with this.
• Everen questions if there is another way to gain power in the in their world without the need for humans.
• Cassia attempts to assuage Everen’s concerns and tells him everyone knows he cares for the humans, including Miligrist, who is sympathetic to his feelings.
• Everen expresses his distress and insecurity about his situation and the impact it is having on him.
• Cassia warns Everen about an impending disaster that will burst the 'Reek'. The time frame is uncertain but they suspect they do not have years.
• She encourages him to remain strong and not judge himself too harshly for what he will have to do.
• The chapter ends with Everen hiding his face in his hands, overwhelmed with emotions.