Gods & Monsters, #2
The Throne of Broken Gods
by Amber V. Nicole
Contents
Chapter 27
Overview
Samkiel refuses Imogen’s push for a public gathering to reassure ambassadors, but she warns the council could sideline him in favor of Vincent if he appears unfit. The tension spikes when Cameron and Xavier reveal a fresh encounter with Dianna that left Cameron injured, forcing Samkiel to confront immediate political and tactical crises.
Summary
Samkiel, under mounting pressure, rejects Imogen’s insistence on hosting a gathering to reassure the ambassadors. Imogen argues that rebuilding trust is essential to calm the council and mortals. She warns that if Samkiel appears insufficient, the council could restrain a god and allow Vincent to assume control.
Samkiel counters that the council lacks the strength to stop Kaden or touch Dianna, revealing his focus on locating Dianna and halting Kaden. The disagreement underscores a split between immediate security goals and the political necessity of projecting stability.
The conflict is interrupted by noise from the conference hall, where Cameron complains as Xavier sets Cameron’s injured nose. When confronted, Cameron and Xavier admit they “ran into” Dianna again. Cameron concedes he baited Dianna and paid for it, implying a brief, hostile encounter.
Urgency rises as Samkiel demands details and Dianna’s location. Cameron and Xavier exchange a wary look before Cameron cautions Samkiel not to be angry, signaling troubling news to come and leaving Samkiel caught between diplomatic obligations and a resurgent, immediate threat from Dianna.
Who Appears
- SamkielGod-ruler resisting a public gathering; prioritizes finding Dianna and stopping Kaden amid rising political pressure.
- ImogenAdvisor and political partner; urges a gathering to stabilize ambassadors, warns the council could empower Vincent.
- CameronInjured after provoking Dianna; reports the latest encounter and has his nose reset.
- XavierAssists Cameron by setting his nose; corroborates the recent clash with Dianna.