"You think another four is plenty? Three ewes and a ram?" Oran said. "We could use the ram to make more sheep" she said with a wink.

Kos continued his work, taking about half an hour to finish it. When he was done, Sasha's arms, legs, and back were considerably more reddish and the muscles were soft and relaxed. "I'll get you some water. Don't try anything strenuous for an hour or so" he told her, soon returning with a cup of cold water and a pitcher filled with even more.

"How about something festive?" Veax suggested, taking a seat on a cushion.

"Alright, thanks! These pants are getting all sweaty in the heat" Larek said, going to change. He did so, removing them and making sure that his loincloth was tied up neatly. After washing up a bit, he returned downstairs. "Much better."