But now, with the new knowledge, women were more reserved and most Zelandonii men accepted that they had an important part in the making of life and didn't want their mates to have another man's children. Jonayla had been riding northeast. Then, thinking for a moment, he continued more calmly, "Hmm, I've always wondered where he'd gone. He'd felt that she was too manly and spoke to him with too much force. "I haven't had a tea like this before. He was a dangerous deceiver and had cost lives by his actions in the north. "Is it because that is what you would have done to a man of the Clan if he were in your power? If we had more people who could kill the rest of the herd after we take the young away, that would be one thing, but to kill them with their young close by would not be a good way to start their taming," Jonayla said in a soft voice. Her teats were swollen. Although in pain, Jondalar was still conscious, but beginning to go into shock, "Ayla," he whispered though gritted teeth. Ayla did lay awake for a while though, listening to her child's breathing. Above the cave mouth, stretching the full length of the opening was the perfect image of a wolf, it was actually carved into the living rock. He leads others! Overwhelmed with grief, tears streaming from her eyes, Ayla signed Jonayla to bring the horses and a pole-drag as quickly as possible. "We were having a dispute with some flatheads at the time. Out of necessity Ayla had developed the dried mud projectile that she had used to bring down the two men. Once Cambarre arrived she would want to start south immediately. Melodene was 'just being cautious,' as she leaned back into him, pointing out 'dangerous spots in the trail' that his horse should avoid. He could have overcome that with his skill as a hunter or as an accomplished leader of men. The twelve Zelandonia and their Acolytes were kept busy with the planning and implementation of the first Matrimonial and the newer, but just as important, puberty rituals that had taken the place of the Doni opening ceremonies for both the young women and young men. She hoped that this woman's mate would survive, for all their sakes. I don't want another mate but I would be grateful to stay with you for the rest of my life. Ask instead for his stone bowl with the image of a snake on it. It was times like this that she wondered if the gift of knowledge was really a gift. As if reading Jonayla's mind the Zelandoni said in a low voice, "We only use purified oil in the lamps and no torches so that we won't discolor the walls with sooty smoke. she asked, looking into the young man's eyes, tension in her voice. ", Ayla smiled, "If I'm nothing else daughter, I am observant. ", "Yes, I can do whatever you say. But she regretted that they had to use it. Melodene's shoulders shook as she quietly sobbed in distress. After all, we were the ones who convinced our people to get involved in the first place." The man looked at the stones and then back at the woman. The hunter spoke your name and the Clan man jerked in surprise and kind of grunted something and signed really fast, bringing the Medicine Women to his side. I wanted to personally request your attendance Denanna and yours too Zelandoni," she nodded with respect to the old man. "Well, Ralev has told stories about Durc and they sound like me and well, everyone calls me that now and I like it. "I'll supervise," Willamar said, smiling, as he began to unpack his carry bags. The Zelandoni of the Third Cave cleared his throat, then asked, "Zelandoni, I'm not entirely sure what we want to accomplish here. offered Havoe, pulling out two handfuls of the best looking flint nodules the poor man had ever seen and a basket of fresh cakes. 26. Rubio watched as the adults mounted their horses to begin the trek back up Old Valley and toward their home. "Leader, these people are Zelandonii from south of the River Neema. "We're nearly home.". "Yes Mongar," the Mog-ur interjected in reply, "Apparently the woman is a powerful Mog-ur with strange and mysterious powers beyond even those of mine. 'No, you can't have that, but I can give you anything else you like. They were six now: Ayla, Jonayla, Cambarre, Latinar and Tarmidar. '', So imagine her glee last year when the old scientific orthodoxy was turned on its head. "Farewell and I will see you soon," Ayla responded warmly. A fire had been started with a flick of the wrist. He then stood up and took Jonayla's hand in his, urging her to stand. "I mean it, I'm sorry. Jonayla made the face she always did when she talked about her parents and the antics they always got up to. Even if he had lost quite a lot of weight, he was still a powerfully capable looking man. Riding along the trail without a care, enjoying their shared solitude, time just seemed to melt away. Soon Ayla and Jondalar were lost in the other works that were so expertly done. These people from south of the river were indeed different than his perception of the Others. "I assume you have been telling everyone about your trial mating time. All that was left of her teacher and friend were ashes in a jar of fired clay, now wrapped in a rawhide covering dyed red. She had made an enclosure from woven reed to hold him while she worked, but if he made a determined effort, or was frightened, he would be able to break through it. He realized she had seen everything he had, that she was truly a hunter as accomplished as he. Suddenly the stallion's instincts kicked in and he tried to move toward the right, but that in itself was a mistake, Jonayla controlled that side of the field and both she and Gray knew what they were doing. But even though she heard his voice, she shut her mind to his words. Ayla looked surreptitiously down the row of hearths, noting that there were four more on either side of a central pathway. Groog watched the family during the meal. After all, he could satisfy his urges any time he wanted to with any number of other women. I think any man would be proud to be chosen by you." Jonayla reached out and hugged her, "Lorala, I'm carrying Cambarre's child and I love him. "I just was asking if they were well." Without it you cannot live. I guess you're getting old enough to decide what you want to be called," Ayla replied. It was hard to think of this person standing a few lengths away as female. "You've never even mentioned my mother before.". ", "Yes, of course," the southern Donier replied. We lost our weapons while escaping the bad men in the forest." This place had been the third cave of the Chimu, but now they would refer to it as the 'skull cave'. "I'm not sure how I can live up to the First Zelandoni's expectations of me. What comes next will require all of your skills and hopefully the support of those who can see beyond their own ambitions," the Donier of the Third Cave responded. With everything that has happened since then my mind is awhirl and I couldn't eat anything if I wanted to. She scratched his ears affectionately and then mounted Gray and pulled her spearthrower from its sheath, she then slung the quiver of small but deadly spears over her shoulder. "I would propose we meet again when the snow melts and before the next Summer Meeting, to discuss what each of the Zelandoni has decided is important to the people and plan what might be best for our people so that we can present a united face to the leaders and people at the Summer Meeting. On the fourth day, Jonayla organized a day of training on 'hunting from a horse' but when she saw a herd of horses she changed it into a horse hunt to help the Chimu build their herd." Her mind felt numb, her heart was racing and she felt her blood pulsing through her veins. "We have to assume whoever is hiding there means to ambush anyone traveling this way. "Ayla, what is this?" "You must stay with the Ninth Cave as our guests tonight. He smiled tongue in cheek as he said this and then continued. It was a narrow trail that they followed into dimmer and dimmer light, the sides of the granite walls effectively blocked out much of the daylight. Now as he watched he saw her pull several small containers from her medicine bag and when she opened one and began to smear it onto her face he understood. That made them a bit nervous, but not so much so that they wanted to give up their hunt. The water wanted revenge and the people paid the price with the unrest and waring between earth and sea. Finally Cambarre came to the conclusion that he would have to wait until dark and then try to spirit her away. ", The Donier of the Nineteenth Cave hurried into the light. At least I know he's still alive and seems to be doing well that will have to be enough." Everyone had an opinion. Then suddenly the beast's arms lowered and it fell forward onto the ground. "You could just as easily be a candidate yourself. All these moon cycles together are called a 'Year'. She was tired of the violence and she didn't like the people who followed the Shaman who seemed to be the main instigator of the unrest between the Clan and her people. These people who you call "animals" would never consider killing out of revenge. Jonayla said impulsively, "I am going to find a baby wolf and bring him up. What have you decided to name your pup? The two Others stopped and dismounted some distance away from Mageb. I will not stop until these Hyenas have been stopped!". My son is ALIVE! Those of us who did were worked like slaves. Three men and one woman shouted in excitement. To speak for The Great Earth Mother was one thing, but to tell everyone present that the Mother would speak for all to hear was something only heard of in legends. Proleva would take charge of the gathering of fall grains, berries and nuts, as she had for as long as Ayla could remember. There are those who will think beyond their prejudices and those who will not. If it comes to pass that someone from the south should be elected as First Zelandoni, then we will also elect a First for the northern caves for immediate communication and consultation among the people in the area as the south has done in the past. The first food the Mother would offer her children was fish from the thawing streams and rivers. But this wasn't the time to flex his muscles, he was greatly outnumbered. I enjoy well told stories, especially ones I haven't heard before," Durcan replied. You said you might be, but now you will be having our baby? She looked up at him and felt grief that she'd caused this man so much pain. Durg was becoming tired of standing in one place while Mageb went in search of anything unusual. Over the past few years with more and more Zelandonii using horses, the Summer Meetings had become less important for survival than before. Of course! We forgive him for the wrongs he committed in life and ask you to keep his spirit in loving care.". Both Ayla and her daughter were grateful for that show of kindness. ", The Donier smiled, "Hunter. The Donier who spoke for the southerners was greatly impressed and now more than ever, willing to back her colleague in whatever she felt was essential for the betterment of their people. "Take off your clothing Jondalar," Ayla smiled. His need felt as if it heated the water as Jonayla massaged him with her warm soapy hands. "What is it you need Ayla? I wanted to listen to your stories. The young boy skidded to a halt before his father. Ayla finally registered the dismay in her daughter's voice and it brought her back from her mind numbing despair. "Yes, I'm sorry to tell you that Wymez passed over into the Spirit World last winter. Carving Wolf's image and then using his essence to bring his image to life has gone a long, long way in giving me peace of mind. As Jondalar dismounted he heard the man ask, "We hope to find Ayla and Jondalar. What I wish is that Wolf was still among us in more than just spirit. She kissed and hugged them both in their turn and watched them walk away into the dark of night, together and happy. ", "That's fine," Ayla said. "We're going to the Storyteller's lodge; I heard they were going to tell a story about the people that live by the ocean in the west. Without her, I would never have met you Willamar," she said, tears of happiness in her eyes. He had seen these two before, he was sure of it. I wish you had let Wolf come with us, you know how he always lifts your spirits. The First Zelandoni had known she was ill, she had seen the same symptoms in others; people who she had nursed and she knew what the outcome of her illness would be. It was a surprise to Ayla that these people would have known about Creb. 34. "Then I am satisfied." After listening to the Chimu woman, Melodene, the Zelandonii leaders asked questions and then discussed their next step. Although she was probably beyond child bearing age at twenty-eight summers, some man might still want her and who knew, she might still be able to produce a child, it wasn't unknown. She was convinced this bundle of fur would be with her as a companion, maybe for the rest of her life. Your First Zelandoni can talk to cave lions and horses and even birds. I must go now.". The Mother could rest.". Durc is out stalking game on foot, looking for something for the pot as he always does," Jonayla smiled, enjoying how well organized they were as a family unit, something she knew would please her mother and father. ", Ayla hugged her daughter delighted at the news. Ayla looked at the older Donier and smiled, "It was planned, Donier of the Third Cave, that's why I didn't wait a day beyond the prescribed time to make the trek. The way Wolf had acted the day before made Jondalar afraid of what he might find there and that fear drove him on. Watching the herd until the last one was out of sight; Jonayla finally reined Gray around and began the ride back to First Place. Cambarre, go get the others. They lined up according to their understood, but seldom displayed status. "I would be honored to share your dwelling. Building her herd of horses, being an Acolyte of the Zelandonia, her love for Cambarre and having more children were all priorities for Jonayla. Jonayla called Star, who willingly came to her. Jonayla knew the right direction but wasn't absolutely sure where they were and felt it couldn't hurt to ask for help, rather than just permission to pass through. "I suggest you don't fight my men when they come for you tonight. Just then Durcan came to sit by her, excitedly watching the festivities, the chattering and dancing and singing. "I do have some things of his that Tulie said I should give you. The people responded in unison, some singing, some just saying the words. "Alright," she said as she mounted Gray. Suddenly, she felt renewed strength and determination. Move! Be fearless in this. "At the very least we need to understand what is happening north of the river before heading into the fray. When a new cycle of moons begins, a new year begins with it. He signed to her, "Leave this hunter be, what do you think you are doing? Besides the horses they ride, she and her mate created the new weapon that makes small spears fly through the air farther than any man can throw. Because of his skill in the field of knapping, his leather tunic was meticulously painted with stylized spears, cutting knives and axe blades. The forest was so dense they could see no more than a few horse lengths into the trees. Chapter 34 "Jonayla, I wanted to talk to you. They left the river early in the day, rather than follow its meandering course and had taken the trail leading to South Face Holding. Read online or download PDF Sword Of Honor.IN THE EPIC HISTORICAL NOVEL SWORD OF HONOR, DAVID KIRK CONTINUES THE SAGA OF MUSASHI MIYAMOTO, THE GREATEST SWORDSMAN IN JAPANESE HISTORY, AS HE JOURNEYS TO THE ANCIENT CITY OF KYOTO TO FIGHT FOR HIS LIFE AND HIS IDEALS. Ayla sat astride her horse beside him. Jonayla bedded down next to her mother, fervently wishing that she could do more to help, but as a new Acolyte, all she really could do was to offer loving support to her mother. Wymez always said that next to him, you were the best flint knapper he'd ever met," Ralev said. It has been five summers since we last used that holding for a gathering. After hours of lying in one spot, unmoving, his body was screaming for action. It is named so because during this time, as the Moon rises it appears reddish through the haze caused by dust in the air when rain does not fall. I don't think Mageb was happy about it, but I couldn't let it wait. "When do you think you'll know for sure?" Ayla weeping with joy at the realization that at least her daughter was back and safe, she realized for the first time just how much of her fear and uncertainty had been for her daughter. "See the patches on the inside of our horse's legs? ", "If it were my choice I would suggest the Zelandoni who is first in the south. Then it will stop. "Have we any information on the whereabouts of the people we seek?" Closure. I've been thinking about this for a long time, but now I'm sure; I have to make the Zelandonia understand that we're all earth's children, our people and the Clan, no matter what they decide at this gathering, I won't rest until I make them understand.". This would give them time to prepare. Ayla and Jondalar wanted to know about everyone at Lion Camp and Ralev was keen to hear some of their stories to add to his growing cache of tales about the couple. She didn't like that feeling, she had always felt confident in her abilities and in herself and she wasn't used to the feeling of panic that he caused in her. Ayla stepped down from the sandstone block and sat on the edge facing the Zelandoni. Groog took the food that was offered him and watched them begin to eat their portions before biting into his own. Early the next morning, Ayla walked with her daughter through the main gathering area to the Zelandoni lodge. There are more caves in the north than in the south and the troubles with the flatheads," and at that she looked at Ayla, "or the Clan as we now know them, will be the main issue for anyone accepting the responsibility of First Zelandoni. "I have a new medicinal for fever such as this. Jonayla thought for a moment, "Although I can't treat all the horses like I do Gray, I think everyone should make the horse they rely on most part of their family. "Greetings First Zelandoni," Denanna called as Ayla approached. It became darker and the overhanging ledge began to reach closer to the ground. Still chuckling, Joharran moved to the hearth to serve himself some of the stew that had been sending out tantalizing aromas. This Zelandoni was well known even to those who had never met her. She knew that they were confused and uncomfortable with this new knowledge. One of the Acolytes behind the Donier from the south sniggered at this remark, believing that the blonde Zelandoni had dealt herself a damaging blow by asking for support after having been so dismissive the day before. Having completed the ritual, she indicated the food on the many tables and finished by saying, "Come everyone, feast in honor of our departed brother.". At first what she saw didn't register, it made no sense. Although she hadn't shared her dream with her daughter, the Mother had come to her again in the night and gave her another dream image. 32. Brukeval crouched down behind a low rise in the ground, shadowed by the tall pines and watched the Zelandonii hunters tracking him and his followers. Proleva had always impressed her with her organizational skills and her talent for inventing new and tasty dishes. "Duroban, I see you brought us visitors without the normal precautions." I'm back!" His eyes were red-rimmed and he'd lost some weight since she had last visited here. He wasn't feeling good, his leg hurt and he didn't like being restricted to this dwelling all the time. He lived with his sibling Iza who treated me as if I were her daughter. Why would the woman leave her home and why was she so upset? "I think this young man has just said what I was thinking. He was one of their best hunters and Camma had chosen him to ride the extra horse for the day. His burning forehead cooled and his restless young body quieted. They argued that she was tainted and that she could no longer intercede for them with The Great Earth Mother. "We are in a hurry to head back south, but a day of practice and pointing out what works best couldn't hurt," Jonayla offered. Ayla's tears flowed freely. She snuggled tightly against Jondalar again. ", "Yes Mongar, he was the wild men's leader. Jonayla looked into Cambarre's dark brown eyes. My question is this; do we want to remain one people or are we prepared to split apart. Jonayla took the meat and smiled approvingly at Cambarre. We're used to a lack of privacy.". We've been away for well over a moon cycle now and haven't done our share to help the Ninth Cave to put away dried meat up for the winter. Now with her face painted a stark white she looked strange, almost like a ghost. She had never met anyone of her own kind before we met. These panels weren't as tall as Jondalar, so the top of his head could be seen from the main area when he stood. "I'll never tire of them, nor of you woman. "Proleva," Ayla gestured toward the woman next to her who was drying herself after a swim, "is our leader's mate and she does for the Ninth Cave what your mother does for South Face. If we pace ourselves we should be back at First Place by tomorrow morning or if you want to stop during the night to rest, we'd still be there by mid-day." There were chisel marks along the top and sides, making the opening more uniform than it had originally been. "Yes, I think I do. She had turned to face the shore by the time Cambarre emerged from the tent so she could see his state of readiness. What can I do for you Rubio?" This must be how my ancestors lived.' ", "That is true. They had just crested the southern hills at the edge of Long Valley and were sitting astride their horses, elevated enough to see tiny figures running in the distance among a herd of Auroch. There was no doubt that a huge amount of effort had gone into making it. The old Zelandoni Who Was First had always been there, as far as Rubio was concerned and when she died - making all this necessary - it made him realize that what he had always thought of as permanent, wasn't. While the women were working on the marker, Cambarre put up a temporary shelter using three of the four ground covers available. Just get down and hold Lightning's halter and soothe him, he's as frightened as you are." The ivory plaque she wore proclaimed it. It must be the shock of the killings, she thought. She hurriedly tied the rope to a shady tree. "We don't want to make the wild horses any more fearful of us than we have to. So it was, that after they had eaten their meal of Ptarmigan supplemented with venison stew and some more of those delicious blueberries, Ayla brought up the subject of their departure. People were stopping in midstride as they saw the pair ride in. Proleva was her friend and the mate of Joharran, the leader of the Ninth Cave. The Chimu now had six horses, assuming they could keep them fed through the winter. There was only a moment's pain as she adjusted to this new experience and then intense pleasure as her lover began to move in her, hugging her strong perfect body to his. Then Jondalar spoke, "Son, as far as your name, I liked the sound of it. Jean M Auel is a noteworthy author from the United States who has written a number of novels in the Literature & Fiction genre. Hold him under the armpits and pull away from me when I say." Folrian screeched, swatting at her brother, ending up making them all laugh. Her true daughter was too young to perform the task, so Creb who was Mog-ur requested that I make the sacred drink." They stopped and talked in voices too low for Ayla to make out. Knowing it would be several hours now, he unloaded the horses and used a hammer stone and stake to anchor Star's rope to the ground to keep him out of the way. My people are very numerous in the south and we combine caves to hunt, sometimes we have as many as fifty people involved in a hunt and that takes careful planning when you have that many people involved." Everyone knew who they were, the older ones remembered their own trial period and felt a pang of nostalgia, while the younger people were just curious, some wishing they could trade places with Jonayla, or Cambarre. One red line from the center of her forehead, down her nose and across her closed lips and down her chin. They rounded a bend in the trail and saw the outdoor hearth that told them they had arrived at First Wolf Cave. Most often, even that was omitted and they simply turned away and left. She would never have asked to name the cave after her good and noble friend, but to have this Zelandoni suggest it - the one person that the other Doniers would listen to because of his calling to the cave and to even suggest the term 'First' in the name of the cave, was such a powerful sign from the Mother. Ayla had seen tubers and watercress growing a little way down the river near the little pool that she and Jondalar had found earlier in the day. 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