nounan opening; open space; chasm http://www.dictionary.com There is nothing to fear but fear itself. A proverb Katja had heard innumerable times in her life from sailors down on the docks, to passing mercenaries in the Carline Canopy and the Drowning Wench, even her own mother had told it to her...
adjectivecharacterized by a lack of force or enthusiasm http://www.dictionary.com “Valeria, why are we here?” Katja huffed as the hyur half-dragged her into the Weaver’s Guild. Even as her boots skid against the sandstone flooring, Redolent Rose looked their way, the massive roegadyn breaking into a beaming smile. “Well, if it...
verb (used with object)to deposit as security, as for money borrowed, especially with a pawnbroker: http://www.dictionary.com It was the winter I turned fifteen. Our gardens had not prospered because mother had been so taken to her bed, thanks to father’s… visits. Food in the Shroud was a commodity thanks to...
adjectiveburdensome, oppressive, or troublesome; causing hardship http://www.dictionary.com A Villanelle What duty must a daughter giveWhen life has left one that’s adoredAnd onerous grief holds her captive Hope burns like a waning votiveEach day cuts like new-forged swordWhat duty must a daughter give For love must one eternally liveFeelings carefully, secretly...
Do something in the easiest or least expensive way; also, act illegally http://www.dictionary.com Bright La Noscean sunlight cascaded over the ramshackle cottage, the stark contrast casting deep shadows over the building’s interior. The carpenter sighed as he ran a hand over the blackened support beam overhead, mouth crimping with disapproval...