Chapter Twenty-Five
What Lies Beyond
Silvaranwyn stayed for the funeral. The entire village turned out to see the Spirit Talker’s body burned. Now her spirit would join the ancestors to guide the tribe. Although the Plains People grieved, the Spirit Talker had lived a long, healthy life. They had known when her apprentice had been born that her time was running short. Silvaranwyn hoped the new Spirit Talker would be up to following in her mistress’ footsteps. She said farewell to the somber young woman after the ceremony, and set out for Melahalas.
She had abandoned her linen robe in favor of a sleeveless tunic and a knee-length skirt of soft leather. The plains were hot this time of year. The loose skirt kept her cool and gave her freedom of movement. She wore her bow and quiver on her
