Chapter 12A tap to his shoulder awoke Nyles. Blinking the sleep from his eyes, he looked up at a smiling Rashmi. “Did I fall asleep?”
“You did. We saw no reason to disturb you. You were well shaded from the sun here.”
“I hope I haven’t caused any inconvenience.” As Nyles rose stiffly, Rashmi extended a hand to assist. Then Nyles caught the scent of roasting meat and his stomach rumbled appreciatively.
Rashmi laughed out loud. “It’s good you have an appetite, my friend. There are several goats roasting; that’s before we look at any of the other dishes the king’s chefs are trying to outdo one another to prepare.”
“Sounds incredible.” Nyles patted his belly. “I’m sure I’ll do it justice.”
“Good man.” Rashmi squeezed Nyles’s shoulder. “We shall all eat hearty tonight. I thought you may li
