Chapter Eleven
Beathan took the lead when he brought Mochta back to the stranger.
“Welcome,” Beathan said to him, wondering if the man might recognize him from the darkness of the night. “Our leader has asked that you go to that hut over there and food will be brought to you — a hot meal for now and food then for your onward journey.” Beathan had never spoken to anyone like this before and he was surprised at his own voice and his enjoyment of it.
“Please convey my thanks to your leader,” Lucius said glancing towards the hut. He looked back at the two men then and Beathan wondered if he’d seen a glimmer of mistrust in the man’s eyes. Most likely, he thought — Beathan would certainly be mistrustful were he in this man’s shoes.
“We will, please make yourself comfortable and we will bring
