Mount Apikuni an easy distraction

Xi'nuata held a view of herself that would have confused Njal beyond measure, had he been privy to her thoughts. To live in a world where women were essentially cattle, to be kept as prizes or bred for future sons, was appalling. He knew better; or he would have said so, given the chance. The crease of her face showed reluctance to his offer, and that brought the guilt within his heart to a flourishing burn once again. He should not have been so hard upon her - there were other methods that could have been utilized. But the man could not dwell upon it now; what was done, was done. Njal gave a small nod to her before turning, and promptly picking up his pace. His steps were more assured as he followed the curling path, faltering only a few times when his toes caught upon awkwardly placed stones or debris; but he stayed upright, and before long, vanished from her sight.

[exit njal!]