Her Graceful War Song novel Chapter 1616

And so, the two young ladies set off on horseback toward Victory Pass.

They had become fast friends. When Selene first arrived at the Pathfinders Guild, she was shy about eating too much, but Elise kept filling her bowl with food.

Selene had said that she was used to hard times, and now every day felt like a sweet dream.

Elise had laughed and replied, "Well then, let's make sure this dream lasts a lifetime."

Their journey was slow, with no rush to reach their destination. They took their time, stopping to enjoy the local food and customs at each place they passed through. They even attended a few weddings, laughing and having fun along the way.

By the time they reached Victory Pass, it was the middle of winter, and snow was falling heavily.

Elise went to visit her great-grandfather first. Though Dominic's hair and beard were white, he was still full of energy. When Elise bowed respectfully before him, he smiled, his face lighting up with joy.

"You've made me wait so long! I knew you were coming, but you made me wait until the cold of winter arrived," he teased.

As Elise shared all the details of her journey, Dominic gave her a thumbs-up, smiling as he said, "That's right! You should see more of the world. I've been stuck in Victory Pass for so many years; there are many places I've never been to. But I don't regret it. I can never get enough of this place."

"Of course, Victory Pass is where you've spent so many years. It's like home to you," Elise agreed.

"Yes." Dominic nodded, stroking his beard.

This place was where he intended to die, and where his bones would be buried when he passed.

He gently patted Elise's head, his voice full of affection as he said, "Since you've traveled so much, you must see all of Victory Pass too."

"That's certain," she replied with a firm nod. "I will walk every inch of land in Victory Pass. It's the place you've protected all your life."

Dominic smiled with satisfaction. He was old now, with most of his life already behind him, but if he had accomplished just one thing in this life, then he could say he had been useful.

To welcome Elise and Selene, Cindy hosted a family dinner. Victory Pass was no longer the cold, desolate place it once was. Now, there was good wine and fine meats, as well as steaming hot dishes that warmed everyone's hearts.

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