“Stei, take three men with you and find a place for the prince to rest his body,” Rokkena ordered.
“Yes pradhanya,” Stei called to three of his brothers-at-arms.
“Let’s stick together, Rokkena. Don’t be too worried about me, I am just another soldier.” Nakhakantan stopped Stei.
“You are not just a soldier; you are the crown prince. Your safety is of paramount significance. Stei, do as you are ordered.”
Nakhakantan interfered. “I am ordering you to stay with me, Stei. Take me to that man you said you saw. I need to see that deaf and mute man.”
Stei looked at Rokkena’s face. His face was absent of emotions. The silent message was, do as your prince has commanded.
“Yes, prince,” Stei dropped his head. He walked in front.
“Rokkena, settle the things. You stay here while I go and meet th
