"You will come with us," Rhaven said.
"Then I go also," Gregor said. "I'll not let go of ten thousand gold so easily."
Tobias straightened his cap as he stood. "Gregor, let's take that assassin to the guards and collect the reward, then we'll get some food and come back here. "We can discuss the trip to Pomanda while we eat."
Rhaven was silent for a while, then walked to where Rahg sat on the floor next to Camissa. "You once asked me to teach you swordplay. I believe your lessons should begin."
"I guess I'll need it now more than ever. If you'll teach me, I'll learn."
Rhaven nodded. "We begin tomorrow."
It was nearly noon before Tobias and Gregor returned. "They're coming back," Wisp said.
Rhaven listened to the sound of the footsteps. "And not alone," Rhaven said, drawing a knife f
