Chapter 4
Fresh Start
Every torch was lit. The fire pit was aflame, radiating heat throughout the center of the compound as the scent of cooking meat filled the air. The musicians were tuning up their instruments to begin playing. A large section of ground had been cleared to one side of the stage to accommodate dancers. Diad Murphy had already set up his stand underneath one of the large oak trees to sell his potent lemon verbossa. People scurried to and from their houses as they got ready for the celebration.
Atty sat under one of the trees where her tent was erected and watched the preparations. Wallis had several reasons to rejoice. Along with Keelor’s return, and the birth of Atty and Yulen’s Mutah daughter, they delighted in having the Battle Lord and Lady back in their midst. Wit
