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Author’s note This story follows a non-linear narrative, jumping between different points on the 12,000 year-long timeline, as and when pertinent…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 28 — An empty throne
Year 63, Kali yuga Present day Kumudhan’s blood-stained silk angavastram lay draped over the large golden throne, and his gem-studded crown on the seat…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 27 — Shape shifter
Year 2291, Dwapara yuga 173 years before present day Malasāra remained invisible, and watched the wounded hunter. A large leopard lay dead beside the…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 26 — A seed takes root
Year 48, Kali yuga 15 years before present day “We must be near Nīrmukku,” remarked Jayan, shielding his eyes from the low sun. He looked east, the…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 25 — Sparks of rebellion
Year 2, Kali yuga 61 years before present day “Quiet that infernal noise!” Kannanār snapped. Āndāḷ looked up, startled. She dropped her wooden rattle…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 24 — Second sighting
Year 63, Kali yuga Present day The clouds slowly parted, and shafts of silvery moonlight lit the grounds before them. A steady cool breeze blew from the…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
Chapter 23 — A few drops of blood
Year 62, Kali yuga 1 year before present day Tanvarōka knocked softly, and looked over his shoulder. The streets of Thillai remained dark, slow grey…
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Sujan Sundareswaran
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