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Today’s story is the second of two parts of “Glory of the Gods” by NightEyes DaySpring, a known troublemaker who is rumored to have a penchant for coffee and an interest in dead, ancient civilizations. NightEye’s work has appeared in Heat, Fang and other anthologies. He can be found on Twitter at @wolfwithcoffee and information about his writing can be found on his website nighteyes-dayspring.com.

Last time, our protagonist Askan found out his friend Sanis had previously agreed to perform a fatal sacred rite to Bacchus, the god of wine. With time running out before the ritual, the jackal will need to risk the wrath of the gods themselves in order to finally find his purpose in life and save Sanis.

Read for you by Khaki, your faithful fireside companion.