Winter came to a close and spring took over, not that you could tell in this jungle. There were no seasons here. Lady Stone pushed him hard to walk and exercise as much as possible. As she was blind, she had a man bring her supplies every few weeks, including fresh meat and the herbs she used for healing. He was surprised that she was of the Ynny’ dagh and wondered why she did not live in Kyell. She did not offer the information, and so he did not ask. After what seemed like a very long time sitting around Lady Stone’s house or yard, he started to take walks in the jungle. Luna was always at his side and Jo Jo on his shoulder, as she used to perch on Rhiannon’s shoulder. At first, the walks were short, for he got very winded and his side ached. As the months progressed, however, he would

