“Nothing to forgive, Lord Medacor.” Bubbling Water nodded to acknowledge the obeisance. “Infinite bless you, Lady Matriarch.” Guarding Bear felt Soothing Spirit"s psychic scan. “Infinite be with you as well, Lord General. Both of you look well.” “Thank you, Lord Medacor,” he replied, nodding. “How is my cousin, Lord Spirit?” Flying Arrow asked. Soothing Spirit glanced at the girl. “Rippling Water is in excellent health, Lord Emperor.” Guarding Bear watched the Medacor. He was disappointed that Soothing Spirit didn"t question why Flying Arrow had ordered him to examine a perfectly healthy child. The Emperor had long ago extinguished the Medacor"s curiosity. “It pleases me to hear it,” Flying Arrow muttered. The Medacor glanced toward the door, his features serene. “Forgive me, Lord

