Luvians

  Henrick moved closer, crouching down to whisper. “Not so loud. These are all mute Luvians. Though born from the Luvian line, they have lost the power of speech.”

  “But they can read,” Kendra whispered.

  “Their minds are plenty sharp,” Henrick said. “The Luvians donate their mute children to the keep as a form of exile. Luvians are very protective of their ability to speak. It’s a dwindling trait. They don’t allow mutes to mingle with the herd.”

Chapter 14-Luvians