Bond Forger (The World of Lasniniar Book 2.5)

Secrets can be heavy burdens. Barlo has been carrying his for years.

Frustrated and restless, he seizes a chance at freedom by taking his father’s place as envoy to the exiled clans of Dwarvendeep. But he soon learns their tenuous allies have a secret of their own...

This 12,000 word novelette adventure takes place shortly after Storm Rider from the World of Lasniniar epic fantasy series and features Iarion and Barlo.