TEN
Zhura
SUMMER 965 MC
(In the tongue of the Orcs)
Kurghal topped the rise to view an army camped in the distance. "We are almost there," she announced.
Zhura climbed up to take a look while the three wolves circled at her feet. Tents lined the field with warriors going about their daily chores. Off to her right, she spotted a black banner bearing the image of two arrows. "It appears fortune has smiled on us today."
Bagrat ran up to them. "Shall I go and announce your arrival?"
"By all means," said Zhura. "And make haste; I would see my bondmate."
The young hunter ran off, eager to be about his business.
"He is passionate," said Kurghal. "Would that we could have the energy of youth once more."
"I am content with my life as it is," replied Zhura. "Lamenting that which was lost w
