Fire is a fragile lover, court her well, neglect her not; her faith is like a misty smoke, her anger is destructive hot. (Cate Tiernan)

Fire is a fragile lover, court her well, neglect her not; her faith is like a misty smoke, her anger is destructive hot.

Cate Tiernan

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