Lion Head Mesa you're like a parasite, but you keep me alive

he had not left her side.

senmut had taken few meals; he ate a few mouthfuls at the door and waved the rest away. he did not sodden himself with wine, but helped tavina to keep nazli's temperature low with soaked cloths.

and he prayed; senmut did not think he had ever prayed so very fervently.

the high priest was dozing against the wall when she awakened; and as he came awake, he saw her parted lids and heaved a long, shuddering intake.

senmut went to her side at once. "thank Heqet you draw breath," he managed, greenjade eyes already swimming in saltwater.