Lion Head Mesa Influx

he was seized, embraced; senmut stiffened at the sudden familiarity, which he enjoyed only when he sought it out from among his servants. and yet he relented, and offered something like a smile.

"my condolences. may your father find amusement and rest in the Land of Reeds," the erpa-ha said with genuine feeling. so he was a younger prince, perhaps. one to marry for an alliance and perhaps reap its benefit beneath his own dynasty.

but why come so far for akashingo? did he intend to bring her back with him? "please, join me. we have done well in trade and in number. the queen stands prepared to seek out her summer palace and wedding estate," he said lightly, taking a bit of berrywine as he settled across his couches.