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"You must always keep your promises," Nous smiles,
"promises are sacred. However, your pledge may have become
fragmented in the process."
"Fragmented; of course," she looks up with a smile of relief,
"I understand."
"I can offer you sanctuary at my home in the Province of
Acceptance if you agree to help Anza return the Crest and
the horse, and of course the others ... to their rightful
place on Theia."
"You have my word," Katipo bows to Nous and moves
into the cave entrance and toward Anza. She swirls her
cloak around herself and becomes invisible.
Anza is scared and curled up in a corner. The Black Raccoon
watches from a crevice. The Owl morphs back into
the Raven as it flies in the cave perching on a highextended
ledge. They are not aware of Katipo's presence.
She moves close to Anza revealing herself from under her
cloak as she swirls it over Anza.
"Don't be afraid," she covers Anza's mouth to keep him
from making a sound, "Nous sent me, and is waiting outside.
I will take you to safety."
"I remember you. You are ---"
"We must hurry."
"They'll see us ---"
"I've got you covered."
Katipo shields Anza with her cloak as they move slowly
out of the cave.
Gray Wolf looks around. "Where's the kid?"
"He's ... he was just there."