Lion Head Mesa iron

tavina nodded. she would not argue with jawahir on that point. but as fellahin, the jewel's children also belonged to the mesa.

"tell him that during your search you were waylaid by a man. explain that it is not your fault this occurred." her deep amethyst eyes searched jawahir, then fell to the pups once more.

"the longer he believes you gone, the more it looks as though you have deserted akashingo. whatever you decide, i will speak on your behalf."