Gallus looked left and right to the soldiers surrounding them. He was sure to be careful with his words as well. "Did you hear from Janius that Meesei's awake?" He held his hands behind his back and straightened up. "If things go as they might, there will be changes. I suggest we consult the champion about them while we can. The last thing we need is any more disarray."

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Fendros had followed Ahnasha quietly out of the healers' tent and strode through the dismal atmosphere of the camp by her side. He took her hand as they walked, for as much his comfort as hers. They didn't say a word as they reached their tent and prepared to rest.

As Fendros began to undo the fastenings of his equipment, he spoke in a low voice. "Ahna, we need to talk about something," he declared. "It needs to be now. It doesn't need to take long."

Although Fendros didn't look at her directly, he spoke in a manner that promised Ahnasha no escape from it.

"It's about what happened today when we were taking the walls. You remember?" Fendros lifted his eyes to hers.