"That's good," Gallus said, "Do not hesitate to fetch myself or Meesei if you need anything." Gallus was about to turn around, but stopped and raised a finger, "Oh! And we spared the navigator. He's in his cabin if you need a word."

It was only then that Gallus took note of Colours' apprehension. Gallus angled his head and gave Colours a puzzled look. "You know...it occurs to me that you had prior dealings with this crew. Now, I can't forgive them for being slavers, but..." Gallus paused and twisted his mouth a bit, "...did you know any as friends?"

Tzirret's words stumbled a bit. [i]"Um...let's just try with your legs under my arms first, not over Tzirret's shoulders."[/i] Once Ma'tanza was in position, Tzirret heaved himself up onto his feet, ascending Ma'tanza to look over the top of the crowd. She was heavier than Tzirret expected, but he did not have trouble holding her up. [i]"Do you see Peiter or Sabine as well? This one has not seen them yet."[/i]

Sabine shook her head. "I have not seen anyone. I think my whole pack is on the other ship." She glanced away, "I thought I saw Irenya. Maybe Ciinriel as well. S'nishi is definitely on board. I do not know about anyone else. More of Ra'kalesh's pride, probably." Even though she was still dirtied from the fight, Sabine put her arms around Peiter by habit and leaned her head under his chin. "If we stop at Leyawiin, we might be able to switch ships. I am not worried about the voyage, though. I am worried about the desert."