““There are three arches, at different heights,” she explained as we approached. “Talented air-dancers test their wings by trying to fly through the tiny space between where the arches almost intersect. I’ve known more than one arrogant dancer who has lost pinfeathers and pride to that trick—myself included, I admit. The air-dancers we will see tonight are all of the highest rank.” She squeezed my hand. “Trust me, you will be amazed. Especially since you have only seen the dull imitations done b...y the serpiente. These are real.” I was about to defend the dancers I had grown up with when we passed through the veil of magic that separated the arches from the rest of the city. The air changed, cooling slightly. The music around us also changed, from the indistinct singing of the roads to the murmur of voices hushed in anticipation. The five dancers were gathered at the center of the arches, facing each other with their arms crossed at the wrists and their fingertips touching those of the person next to them.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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