The Invitation

The elemental dragon shrines are my finest achievement! The Empress was most impressed, and offered me a place of honor at her table tonight. Such a rare gift for a common-born woman like me. I will have to brush up on my table manners. As the final descendent of the Long family, I'd hate to embarrass my ancestors with poor etiquette. I wish Lian was here. She was always the graceful sister. Her death at sea was a huge loss for us all. -Long