Dear reader,

If you are perusing the words between these pages, someone discovered my cache of notes, records, and journals and decided to make at least some of them available.

As you know, I have been around for a very long time—eons, really. As the eldest member of the Council of Elders, I have experienced and borne

witness to a lot in my time. As a Seer… I have seen even more. But with that last bit in mind, it bears mentioning that it doesn’t always come to me in

chronological order. I get bits and pieces from different times or different people and thus need to organize them and put them into some sort of

arrangement—for me, of course, but also for posterity’s sake.

Occasionally, I experience some of those historic moments firsthand— both the big things and the small, as all are important—as events unfold and thus know when and how they played out. Other times, it’s a matter of learning as much as possible about the key players involved and making educated guesses. But I always go where my urges take me. Be they Seer-

based or… other. Because, as you know, I never say no to those desires. And I can’t ignore the visions of blood nor the fiery pull of the flesh when they call to me.

Which is why what you hold in your hand is a mix of facts, factoids, and observances combined with a personal record of my experiences. I needed to chronicle historically accurate data, things related to my world as it changed, and items specific to timelines and people of note. But it made no sense to do so without interjecting my thoughts and feelings. After all, one should always trust their instincts.

But please remember that these events are ever-changing. As the moon phases change and history unfolds with fulfilled prophecies, the series of

events can sometimes take on new meanings. I also wish to mention that I

may be spoiling some things for those not present for the past events I detail here. My sincerest apologies. But… I have warned you.

However, now that you are privy to my private collection, you might as well enjoy it. Life is for living, after all. And given that I have a wandering soul with a thirst for exploration, I can tell you that some of these things are delicious, indeed.

All my best.

Always,

Miss Willa