Sylvriss nodded and a spasm of concern flitted briefly across her face. ‘I realize that,’ she said. ‘But he knew what he was doing and he’ll be riding in close defensive order.’
‘And he has Yengar and Olvric to help guide him,’ Eldric added. ‘They’re no ordinary men and they’ve both ridden the Watch.’
‘And Oslang,’ Sylvriss said, then she let out a small sigh. It seemed for a moment that the chill mists of Narsindal had entered that warm room. The baby whimpered and Sylvriss rocked the crib gently.
The mood passed however, and Sylvriss gave a tight smile. ‘Still, that’s beyond us,’ she said. ‘We can’t let it hinder us here. Our main concern must be with Narsindalvak. Give me an outline of your intentions if you would. I’m afraid Hylland’s forbidden me the saddle for a little while, so I
