Shadow

by Peachy Garlic

Alex of Tirragen is stronger than Alanna thought he was. And when he bargains with the Black God for his life, he has to do everything in his power to save his own life and get his revenge.

1. Chapter 1

Living in the Shadow

by Peachy Garlic

Rating: PG-13

Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters or settings named, described, or used in this fanfiction. These characters and settings are the property of Tamora Pierce. The plot is mine.

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I'm here to wear you out

I'm here to watch you hide

Nothing to figure out

I'm here to watch you die

Running away from the breast of

Your busy giant healing machine…

Nobody left in line

No one to make you shine

Hanging on to the backs of opinions

You're borrowed and betrayed…

I'm here to break you down

I'm here to bury time

Nothing to talk about

Nothing to change my mind…

--Our Lady Peace

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