Page 109 of Warlords, Witches & Wolves

Ghalin snorted.Some call you a witch for talking with me.He puffed smoke from his nose and his amusement was clear.I spoke with them. Now they wonder if they’re going crazy.

She chuckled, pleased the dragon had a sense of humour. “In truth, I do not know how long we will be here, and I cannot guarantee fighting will not occur. I can only promise you I will do my best to prevent violence.”

Will you guarantee your people will not leave this meadow at all, or wander through the mountains?

“I can guarantee it for my people, but I will need to ask the other khans to guarantee for theirs.”

Bring them out here so they can.

Shuree called them over and explained. Kublai, Bat and Turgen lined up and gave Ghalin their guarantees.

When do you expect the other tribes?Ghalin asked.

“Any day now,” Shuree said.

We will watch for them and return for their promises. You may stay for no more than one moon.

Relief filled her. “Thank you, Ghalin.”

The dragon took flight and joined the other two who still circled, and together they flew off. She sighed, the tension in her shoulders releasing. She’d spoken with a dragon. Not something she’d ever imagined she would do.

She shook her head. The first challenge had been passed.

But there were many more to come.

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