The Phoenix of Kiymako by Ashley Capes

Author:Ashley Capes [Capes, Ashley]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: Action Adventure, adventure, asian-influence, bamboo forest, blood curse, epic adventure, Epic Fantasy, Epic Fantasy/Action Adventure, Fiction, hero book, Humorous, magic, magic quest, sarcastic books, sibling rivalry
Publisher: Close-Up Books
Published: 2018-05-06T14:00:00+00:00

Chapter 21

Iri handed him the now-dry black fang on a leather cord, which he tied around his neck and concealed within his clothing. “This charm is taken from the yochan, a mountain beast known for its ability to blend with its surroundings. For you, it will have a similar effect. I’ve made it so that those who look upon you will see what they expect to see. The charm suggests that you belong, for them.”

Never touched it through his tunic. “This is a marvellous thing. How can I repay you?”

“Meeting Ayuni is its own reward,” she said. “And before you try to argue, let me warn you of its limitations. Truly powerful monks like Brother Hiruso will see through it immediately, unlike regular people or common monks. But the further you are from the already familiar, the less potent the fang will be no matter who you face.”

“And by that do you mean, the already familiar for Kiymako?”

“Yes. For instance, if you continue to dress as you are now, if you carry our weapons, eat our food, speak Kiyma and travel with Muka and Ayuni, you will seem Kiymako to those you meet. The sense of belonging will even extent to Muka and Ayuni if you are close.”

“But if I were alone and say, speaking Marlosi, it would lose its potency?”

“In the right – or wrong – circumstances, even your accent may be enough to give you away, so keep everything I have told you in mind.”

“I plan to stick close to Muka and Ayuni, believe me.”

The rear door opened and Ayuni and Muka entered, their arms laden with pink wildflowers of some sort, which they’d gathered for their host. Ayuni’s hair had changed from black to a golden brown. A sharp change, and hopefully enough to help confuse those who would be watching for them. Even Muka had made some effort to disguise himself, cutting and then shaving his greying hair close.

Iri wished them well, but took Muka’s arm as they started out. “There’s one more thing I want to ask you, Muka.”

He nodded, then looked to Never. “I won’t be far behind.”

“Right.”

Outside, Never and Ayuni started along the path that ran beside the stream. The sun was high overhead, a pleasant warmth, alleviated somewhat by a light breeze crossing the stream. Ahead, the fields were full of people heading back to eat, their robes a little shorter and more colourful here. Never kept his pace even – it was a fine time to test his charm.

As the people passed, few gave him a second look except to offer a greeting. Ayuni answered and he nodded with a smile.

Impressive indeed.

“Where are we headed next?” Never asked as the farmers thinned out.

“Still east. We’ll eventually reach the Yalinamo Forest.”

“Which lies beneath Cesanha?”

“Yes. I remember we stopped there on our journey down the mountain, it seemed such a large place to me as a child.” She frowned. “My village was much smaller but I think there was still a Temple at least, or a large building in any event, only I don’t think it was an inn.

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