The White Pavilion

Imre, a Dancer of the White Pavilion and courtesan in training, grapples with the consequences of a fall during the ancient Dance of a Thousand Steps. Believing her mistake has angered the Pattern and led to calamities in her world, she faces potential punishment when summoned to the Citadel by the enigmatic Principe Thaniel. This story weaves themes of duty, belief, and the weight of one's actions within a richly crafted fantasy setting.