First Lesson

Streamwood Settlement
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Ames sits on a chair set out before his cottage. His hand is cupped around a small pipe, the glow of his attempt to light it making his face yellowy-orange.

Cantil leaves his father’s cottage, launching himself off the slight step of the porch to an impressive distance. He casts a quick glance around the darkening settlement, pausing to give the tutor across the way a narrow, interested look.