Chapter fourteen
Of a conspiracy and of Queen MiamThe news appalled me.
“The young rip said he wanted to come here because of a girl, master. I did not think— But we are anchored here, doing nothing.”
“We do a great deal, Duhrra. But this makes me think I must do a great deal more.”
“Aye, master.” He did not know Vax was my son, Jaidur of Valka, Prince of Vallia. But I was sure he guessed that there was something more in my feelings for the rascal Vax than he could fathom out.
I went back to Zavarin. He saw instantly my changed demeanor. I did not beat about the bush.
“I do not suppose I could bribe you, Zavarin. I would try if I thought I could. I do not do so. That is not because I do not wish to insult you, but because I recognize your integrity. I tell you, Battle Pallan, the Gro
