Cheysuli 8 - A Tapestry of Lions by Roberson Jennifer

Author:Roberson, Jennifer [Roberson, Jennifer]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2012-08-31T17:20:06+00:00

Much as he longed to, Kellin knew better than to shout. To give in to such a display was to weaken his position. "He was meant to be the heir.

Not I. Not yet; my time was meant for later. They did steal him."

"A warrior follows his tahlmorra."

"Or obstructs the prophecy?" Kellin shook his head. "I think what they say of him is true: he is mad. No madman bases his actions on what is real.

He does as he does because his mind is addled."

"Aidan's mind is no more addled than your own," the shar tahl retorted. "In fact, some would argue it is more sane than yours."

"Mine!"

The warrior smiled grimly. "Your reputation precedes you."

For only an instant Kellin was silent. Then he laughed aloud, letting the sound ml the pavilion.

"Because I drink? Because' I wager? Because I lie with whores?" The laughter died, but the grin was undiminished. "These actions appear to be a tradition within my family. Shall I name you the names? Brennan, Hart, Corin—"

"Enough." The irony was banished. "You came because you wish to renounce your lir. Allow me to do my office. Bide a moment, my lord." The shar tahl rose abruptly and moved to the doorflap.

He ducked out, leaving Kellin alone with a silent black mountain cat. After a moment the priest returned and resumed his seat. His smile was humorless. "How may I serve my lord?"

Kellin's impatience faded. Hostility dissipated.

If the man could aid him, he had best mend his manner. "The bonding was done hastily, to enable me to escape the Ihlini. Even she admits it." He 274 Jennifer Roberaoa

did not glance at Sima. "She speaks of balance, and the danger in lacking it. I have none."

The shar tahl now was serious. "You assumed

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