Chapter 8
Alain Garnier and his men approached at top speed the savannah grounds where the aduar was located. They were led by the native sent by Farrah to call them back, who was already at the limit of his strength. Seeing at a distance a thin column of smoke rising above the treetops struck them. Alain and Djamba readied their guns and the four manyemas waved their spears getting prepared for a defensive action.
“Lieutenant, I do not like this silence.” Whispered premonitorily Djamba.” There is no battle being waged now.”
“I'm afraid we've come too late.” Answered the chief feeling a knot in his stomach.
As they approached further and looked at the plain where the aduar was placed the outlook was bleak. Several native kibandas were sadly burning in the clear African morning. Many Ar
