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RASHA DIDN'T HAVE TO WAIT long after sending her message before the call from the palace of Ishola came. Prince Bashir sent her a private communication while she and Jak were traveling through the woods of the Twinlands.
"Prince Bashir," she said, trying not to show her discomfort.
"Princess Indari, it's a pleasure to see you."
"You received my message."
"Yes, and I have the council looking into it immediately. However, I'm calling in regard to some other business."
"Of course, how can I be of assistance, your highness?"
"No need to be formal with me, Rash. I'm not calling about anything so serious. We're having a little party tomorrow night and your attendance is requested."
"Tomorrow?" Rasha almost dropped the communicator and had to sit down on a nearby log.
"Yes, I'm sure t
