Lion Head Mesa steel

"i do. congratulations, queen of akashingo. i suggest you keep this to yourself for another fortnight."

loss so early was very common. she studied the royal face curiously and then politely averted her eyes. "you may find that your cravings change. i will ask the fellahin to set aside choicer parts of our kills."

"keep your activities light. stay in bed. you may feel more sick as the days go on. this is normal and will pass."