Chapter 54. What Greater Glory?

“Always remember this Horiah, that we will win in the end”

--Razal

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RAZAL

A fetish incense burns in the large room, causing a mildly pungent smell to persist. I glance around, admiring the colorful paintings on the wall and the white statue of an old woman standing by the window. The image frowns at me, bending forward slightly as if trying to grab me. I let out a lopsided smile, for it is typical of Ameera to keep scary objects around.

A cold wave of evening breeze pilfers in through a wide open door leading to the balcony, forcing the translucent linens hanging on it to dance gracefully.

I made my way to this place as soon as I could after enjoying countless rounds of coitus with Karen in different positions and places— from the pool to the bedroom, balcony, and porch. The fact that her body remains stunning and her