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Seren Fyth 🐇🍄 @internetbruja.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

New chapter posted for my longfic, "Sanctuary." Chapter 9: Trial by Combat, rated M. Inspired by the last prompt for the month, Vestige. archiveofourown.org/works/834900... #FFXIVWrite2026 | #wolchefant | #FFXIVWrite

As she walked through the Tribunal's hall, the roar of the crowd reached her ears before she saw them. Hundreds of voices chanted in unison, their shouts echoing off the stone walls. It seemed anyone who could afford to attend, did just that. It was a trial turned spectacle—to see the Warrior of Light fighting the Archbishop's personal guard. Most would lay eyes on the Warrior's prowess for the first time, save for those she had fought beside with at the Steps of Faith.

She hesitated before the exit, realizing she has never battled anyone in front of a crowd before. She and Calla practiced together in the village square sometimes, although there weren't nearly as many spectators as there were outside at this very moment.

One breath. Two breaths. Three. Four. Seren inhaled deeply against her rapidly beating heart, remembering Lord Haurchefant's words and his cheerful disposition right before she went into the barracks:

Should you begin to lose heart, look for me in the stands, and I shall cheer so loud, you will wonder how you could ever have contrived to doubt yourself!

She could still feel the grip of his hand on hers, holding her tight.

Now, are you ready?

She glanced up at the bright archway, a smile breaking across her face. Then she stepped out onto the light.

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Zen 💫 @hallans.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I need to lock in and read this fic in full 👀 your writing is so captivating and lively, it's such a joy to read!! The fight scene was so well done. And Haurche getting competitive about cheering 😆💙 oh I miss that silly man

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Seren Fyth 🐇🍄 @internetbruja.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I really put my feelings into this one.

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