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"rashepses has his eye upon her," was khusobek's evasive non-answer as he set his attentions on the dusty ground before he and zaahira.

his feelings upon inji were a confusing jumble; affection, possessiveness, resignation, a deep want to know more of her, to understand the thoughts behind her beautiful eyes.

"all i know is i would make her unhappy," khusobek grunted at last. "we are very good together in one way. i am not certain about another."