Two Eyes Cenote sixtieth

I could hardly expect to stand with him, she asserted.
I do intend to learn from him, and from you if permitted. You both have already taught me a lot, a stray flick of those eyes, dark and knowing, briefly As my body has withered I ask for something to keep my mind from... failing in the same way.

The fact the work might be difficult did not dissuade her. Nazli had already done as much as one physically could for this kingdom, now she would give the rest of what she could. What would possibly be harder than all she had been through to this point?

It would be her choice. Some piece of her spirit, rebelling, empowered her with this familiar, ill-gotten lesson. She was not asking permission so much as seeking confirmation this change was possible.

I ask to be priestess. That I would study the stars and the night sky, and in that way not contend with our esteemed priest.