Lion Head Mesa Took my last breath, like the smoke from my lips

She woke, perhaps startled. But when she saw him, it was clear she knew.

He wasn't supposed to be here. I know... but I had to— Something difficult to admit.

I could not leave without first coming to you. Akashingo has wronged you in many ways, as it has most of us. The sacrifices you have made... you shouldn't have had to... Not only because of her youth. But none, any age, should have endured what she did.

I want you to come with me, Nazli. Rid yourself of this place, as I am doing. You will be safe with me. I would never let anyone harm you—! — not as Makono has done. For she failed to protect the girl. Someone she once called friend.