In a world where words hold literal power and speaking comes at great cost, Auren Vale, a mute orphan, discovers a shard containing one of the forbidden Words of Creation hidden in the silent city of Echoria. Bound to the shard by fate, Auren becomes the key to unraveling a centuries-old conflict between those who seek to control the Words and those who wish to silence them forever. As Auren navigates a dangerous path of ancient secrets, shifting alliances, and the burden of his newfound power, he must uncover the truth behind his mysterious connection to the Words while struggling to preserve his identity. The story explores the weight of expression, the cost of power, and the ultimate question: Is silence truly salvation, or the end of all things?
