Chapter 22
Ambush
They approached cautiously, trying to appear as unsuspecting as possible. They cleared the trees and advanced slowly toward the compound, waiting for the call to halt and identify. They were within hailing distance when it finally came from the ramparts.
“Ho! Who goes there?”
Paas urged her horse forward another couple of meters before answering. “I am Atrilan D’Jacques, Battle Lady of Alta Novis, Rocky Gorge, and New Bearinger, as well as Wallis and many other Mutah compounds. I request entry into your compound.”
There was some movement overhead, then a second voice responded, “Your request is denied. Move on!”
Their answer made Atty raise her eyebrows in surprise. Thankfully, neither Paas nor Paxton looked her way. Instead, the warrior woman retreated back to the
