Lion Head Mesa dawn's child

"you did not send me a message last time you went," he softly accused, though his eyes were not angered. "do so this time, when you have reached mereo and decided how long you will be there."
as pharaoh he could recall makono at any time. he would leave as much choice to her as necessary. "i trained with my father's captain for a year. it was easier then, however, for he lived much closer."
his eyes moved to her thoughtful face. "the eagle. are you fond of him then, the imperator?"