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As Tarkyn stepped back into the trees, he said to Waterstone who appeared at his side, “I don’t think we need to rush off. Jarand will keep his word.”
The woodman shook his head, “I don’t see how you can trust him to keep his word when he is totally unscrupulous in other respects.”
“Didn’t like him much, did you?”
“He was deliberately belittling and offensive.”
Tarkyn smiled, “Well, if he goes away thinking that you lot are harmless, we will have done a good day’s work.”
“Hmph. Just as well you hauled me in. I was ready to tell him how deadly we really are.”
Tarkyn gave a short laugh, “I know. Your temper was getting the better of your judgement.”
“You did us proud,” said Ancient Oak, joining them. “You stood up and told him you were one of us and then acknowledged us as your fam
