She had complete confidence in her own ability to survive, but she liked that he wanted to protect her with his own life. It was a risk she had to take. ", "I'm glad you feel that way Zelandoni. He'd been the first of her kind she'd ever met and since then, having met many men of her kind, she was still convinced that he was the best example of a man there was to be found. "Yes, well, I think you're "mated" already, if I'm any judge," she smiled as the two young people looked at each other slightly embarrassed. When Cambarre was away safely with the last young horse Jonayla waited for the others to disappear from sight before pulling the barrier away and letting the horses free from the enclosure. He hadn't meant to and was about to apologize and admit he didn't know much about Maga Spears. Subscribe today. Ayla shouted, placing stones in her sling and swinging it blindingly fast. It was as if he was trying to make her feel bad about herself. "What just happened here? If it makes you feel any better, I will not let anyone harm you. She felt so happy and wanted to keep that feeling for as long as she could. Before taking their leave from the sacred site, she sought out the people of Old Valley Cave and Two Wolf Lodge who had hurried to them when the Mother had spoken. This forced the stallion to turn and race away, even more confused, right into the corral. U drutvenoj igir Air, Land and Sea dva igraa vode niz bitaka, sa ciljem da kontroliu dve od tri ratne pozornice (vazduh, kopno i more) nakon to su oba igraa odigrala sve What her daughter had said was true, Creb had named Uba after Iza's mother's mother and Jondalar did indeed name Durcan after Durc. It was worth a try, she thought. I am The Mog-ur, to whom the other Mog-ur turn. "It is nice to be away from all the problems for a bit, just the two of us. Thankfully, the lion twisted his body toward the sounds for a moment, giving her a chance to reach down and pick up the Clan spear. She tossed the sling to the ground at his feet and then carefully pulled the spearthrower from its sheath and threw it to the ground between them. Cambarre reined his horse across the shallow river to take up a position beside Jonayla. ", "Eyzinah, I appreciate your kind words, but it was the Mother that saved us all. Thank you for arranging the meeting. In addition to their belongings, they were bringing back more winter stores than ever before. Chapter 13 When they were asked by their First Zelandoni to dig a single grave-pit for the remains, everyone put their backs into the work and soon had a respectable grave-pit dug. She knew he was giving her the respect that one Clan man would give another and she was warmed with gratitude, but then the Clan Mog-ur went one step farther, eliciting a gasp from Dula, the Medicine Woman. Jondalar and Durcan helped the man onto the pole-drag, while Ayla considered the ramification of the man's willingness to take the stones. "Oh," she said in surprise. None came, everyone went about their business, talking about the coming ceremonies and discussing who should be in charge of each coming event, but no mention was made about the stories that were circulating. Then she dipped the cloth in the cool water again and began to tenderly mop Jondalar's sweat-soaked body. It will return to the dark earth of the Mother, but your lan, your spirit, will go to the world of the spirits. Ayla turned back to the Zelandoni who spoke for the southerners. She talks about things that mothers talk about, not Zelandonia things. There'll be Zelandonii who won't accept you now. Dula decided that she would have to watch carefully to judge just what level of knowledge this foreign woman of the Others had. By the time mother and father left the Mamutoi, he was grown up enough to recognize her as his pack leader. When the people had access to all three of these foods, it was considered the beginning of a new warm-time that would allow freedom of travel again. "As you know when we were given the knowledge of life's beginning by the Mother, many traditional ways changed. I'll just leave, I promise. Finally with a sigh, Ayla turned to face the shore. They were happy to be together and away from everyone else. The Zelandoni of First Wolf Cave hurried toward them. Jondalar said in a demanding voice. The next morning while many were still asleep, the more energetic members of the Ninth Cave were already up and at the main gathering area. Ayla leaned over and kissed his sweat-soaked brow and whispered in his ear for the thousandth time, "I won't let you die Jondalar, you'll pull through. The Others were using their strange sounding language and signing what they said at the same time as a courtesy to him. He couldn't quite place the man. It had been an eventful summer as most summers were when the people gathered after a harsh winter to trade and find mates and to greet friends and family. I need to see what he does and I need to see this alone. But she soon became more feverish and began to sweat profusely as did the child Robinar. Thank you for your service, it is appreciated.". Ayla had been leaving her Clan beliefs behind, little by little, as she became caught up in the daily life of the Zelandonii, being a mother to her children and a mate to Jondalar. She thought about her companions, they would come through the other side of this rough terrain and wonder where she was. I want to put to work some of the many things you and Zelandoni who was First before you have taught me. Jonayla smiled, "I think it is light enough now." All the Doniers from both the north and south holdings were journeying to Old Valley and Sacred Mountain to sanctify the ashes of their dead leader and to elect a new one so the problems could be addressed. Manvelar responded carefully, "We could be near their camp by nightfall. Then, as there was no longer any living Auroch left in the field, the Others turned their horses toward him. She knew how storytellers always exaggerated things and she didn't want people to think she had done things that she hadn't. I have tried to memorize its properties," Ayla said. "Robonar, please share a meal with us, you must be tired and we have plenty of space in our dwelling for you," she assured the Lanzadonii hunt leader. In fact, his last fight before coming north with Willamar had been with his friend Artibon. It was almost inconceivable that anyone could come out of a confrontation like that alive. He'd never actually seen a bonfire beacon before, at least not from this distance. Maybe in the future my family can attend your Summer Meeting; I think I would like that. I know that the Clan women do none of these things, but we are Zelandonii, not Clan. At seeing this, he turned quickly and walked silently back to the main camp. he looked hostilely at Ayla, moving aggressively toward her. Cambarre watched his beautiful mate's sweetly curved hips swayed as she walked to the water's edge. The thought doesn't make me feel relaxed. Ayla led the way, with Jondalar at her side. Compared to that, being respectful at a ceremony honoring Brukeval's spirit would be easy." Only this very morning her biggest worry had been her son's unhappiness at having to return to the Summer Meeting early. And no one can compare to you in the furs. Soon she was plying the First Zelandoni with her herbal medicines, using her prodigious knowledge of the healing arts. They were eager to begin training their new charges. There were no Zelandoni who doubted this, they all knew what they had experienced was genuine and that no tricks had been portrayed. "For years I've wondered where you went. She is an amazing woman who thinks of herself as ordinary, or at least did before the Mother began to speak through her. Jondalar's body wasn't responding to Ayla's attempts at healing. Will you do that for me? He was also pleased at the obvious tension that his listeners were exhibiting. I can't think of any other way to convince him that he can talk to me about important matters.". Cambarre, will you help set up camp too?". Let me speak to their leader first.". That spineless fool had been a liability more than once. Besides talking to people they only saw during the summer, the trading area had the added attraction of displaying different types of hunting weapons, utensils and jewelry produced by other caves. She also knew that she should be the one to go to the Clan to retrieve Madroman but in her eagerness to see Jondalar she delegated the task to Joharran with Jonayla as interpreter. They had heard this story before, or one like it and it was a favorite theme. That is why Iza trained me, she always said she thought I could have been her spirit daughter because of my love for healing.". "As you have said, I am Mog-ur and I intercede with the Spirit World for the people of the Clan. But I'm only willing to do that for you, not because I understand why they treat their women so harshly. "I would give them mine," she said, "but it was made for me and I'm sure it would be too small for any of these men to use.". "Then we'll just have to make this evening's meal a feast. "Yes father?" The young boy led the way past the cave entrance and along a short path to a natural terrace, the place where the Zelandoni Stone stood. The ground was becoming so broken with unexpected dips and crevices that Ayla soon decided to dismount and lead her horse. What made this tallest mountain special was what it held within. That was a pleasant thought. "But it never hurts to set an example. "Get water, make fire to heat water, heal hunter," Cambarre signed. They were already complaining that they had too few women to look after their needs and that they were now having to live rough off the land all the time. I think I'll join her and wash some of this sleepiness away." Several Acolytes were bringing stones to form a hearth circle and several others were foraging for firewood while the Donier of the Third Cave oversaw the effort. I mean the Zelandoni of the White Cave will do as I ask and allow us to place Wolf's essence in the Sacred White Cave. How badly hurt was she? Durcan rose from his crouch and walked into the open, still holding his sling in one hand and the reins of his horse, Lightning, in the other. Jonayla remembered there had been a woven fiber bag hanging against the wall of the lodge. Ayla had decided to reproduce some of the designs she'd seen when she and Jondalar had visited other people along the way on their journey from the east. The people who had witnessed this interaction between mother and daughter believed that some other-worldly communication had taken place between the two, not recognizing the signs for what they were. ", "Then it is settled? Soon they could see a fire burning in the hearth at the front of the cave opening. It was strange how much better she felt just by drinking water at the First Zelandoni's command. Groog felt that they showed care for him as well. He feels that 'First Wolf Cave' would be a more fitting name. Jonayla sang the Mother's Song, loud and clear, raising her voice to the sky. This was just another strange and eerie event in this exceptional woman's life, he thought. Have I not been truthful in everything I've said to you? The two were both frozen in the moment, neither wishing to say more. There were two gray males and an almost black female and they were all frightened. Sacred Mountain has three unique, outdoor event spaces for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The only times he wasn't sure how he felt, was when they told stories about his mother and father. The word Jonayla had spoken had no meaning in his language. He'd seen her talking to Groog and interpreting for him at meetings, but until now he hadn't really paid much attention to it. Just then two insistent yelping and furry tumbling bodies whirled in and around their legs. She realized even back then that he had done it to get her attention, to let her know that he was dissatisfied with the way their relationship had changed. She had hoped that she wouldn't have to involve him but it was essential that the leaders know what would happen if the violence was left unchecked. "Yes, it is. Talking to this female was like talking to the river. If it was, it proved to him without a doubt that she was truly the Mog-ur to her people. He must have. Move! ", Jonayla replied, "I think I'm with child mother. Ayla cheerily greeted her daughter who was just drying her face and arms, completing her morning ablutions. "You're going to have to let that little wolf down to run beside us pretty soon Jonayla. Ayla recognized the area first, and her daughter took only a moment longer before turning on her horse and calling, "We're here mother. ", "Um, I thought you'd know about it mother. ", Joharran looked relieved, "I was preparing myself on my return to hear that he was walking the Spirit World, so this is excellent news.". He once warned us of a great flood that would have drowned us all, including Whinney and Racer. What would happen if the Chimu and the Zelandonii combined forces and decided to hunt his group? I don't think he knows about firestones and he's looking at you like you're from the Spirit World.". The Sacred Mountain, An Unofficial Book 7 AndyBlackWrites Summary: "The Sacred Mountain" begins ten years after Jean's final book and is my version of where a seventh book might have led. Jonayla knew what was needed. You'll need to have many ropes to help guide the people through the fast moving water," Jonayla said, a little concerned. "The Chimu took it away from me when we came here," he replied in sign. As our leader you should know about these things.". "'I want your stone bowl with the snake painted on it,' replied the young man. What made your people think to spend so much effort on shaping the cave dwellings so? We'll be back for you as soon as the hunt is over. She leaned forward and blew on the spark that was nestled in the fluff and a tiny flame flared up. He seemed to be the leader of the group and he came to the hunter's fire for a little while. At least most of them would. "Duroban and Melodene, remain here, I wish to speak to you both," their leader commanded. Each and every one of them wanted to become Zelandoni now. A brilliant long-lasting spark seemed to fly from his hands into the bit of fluff and a wisp of smoke instantly appeared. ", "Ayla! She was much too far away to hit something as narrow as a spear shaft. "Brought up by flatheads, how can that be?". He pulled his spearthrower from its holder and a quiver of bird darts and melted into the forest to the east. Durcan heard talk just the day before at the Ninth Cave's main hearth that some of the men might hunt for young wild dogs. They rose and dressed, then hurried to the main hearth and ate quickly with Camma, Doroban and Chandalar, a man from the Second Cave of the Chimu. The Zelandoni's Acolyte rode beside her. The eyes of the Doniers grew wide in disbelief as a man crawled out from under the monster. That is all I have to say." Finally, Brukeval walked back to the campfire and now all Cambarre could hear were murmurs as the men talked amongst themselves.. Cambarre watched Brukeval closely after that. She had been so caught up with the wounded Clan hunter that she hadn't thought about their meal that night and she was grateful he had, especially now that her tummy was growling. Protect Willamar and Melodene!" I can tell you that when Jondalar and I first rode horses into this region there were many frightened people watching us. I've missed you. I am grateful. "What happens when you sprinkle tea leaves into the same boiling water?" Some of them would have to answer to members of the Nineteenth Cave for the damage and hurt they had caused and some would have to answer for the lives they had taken. "My father brought us to First Place, this area that you see now. ", "I know what you mean," Ayla agreed. "The younger brother, wanting to believe there was goodness in his sibling and knowing that it was his fish that had made all his good fortune possible, did as he was asked. Lorala soon became bored with the constant questions and answers that passed between the strange angry looking man and her friend, so eventually excused herself. Camma understood what she meant and said no more. Ayla wasn't going to argue with her at this stage. She didn't seem like any female he'd ever encountered. She stepped forward and reverently placed the last remains of The One Who Was First Zelandoni squarely in the center of the stone pillar, then stood back and bowed her head in sad reflection as the Spirit Drum continued its slow somber beat in the background. "I want to come with you. And a new dwelling too,' he said, looking around at everything in amazement. Just bring a serving of meat and stew for each Donier and a cup of tea. Ayla had noticed that the procession had not run across any fresh human tracks to indicate that any group of people had traveled the river trail recently, so she was pretty sure that they would be the first group to reach Old Valley from the southern route. The young couple was on the trail before the sun reached the top of their sheltering bluff. But the reason Earth's Children has amassed so many unlikely fans (the Everest mountaineer Chris Bonington is a devotee, for example) is Auel's meticulous research and fascinating understanding of Ice Age botany, herbology, archaeology and anthropology. It would take a lot of courage to charge a cave lion.' Although she has just taken the role of Zelandoni of the Ninth in her own right, she has had several opportunities over the past eleven summers to move and become Zelandoni of other holdings, but chose to remain with the Ninth Cave as second Zelandoni. It is only right and fitting that we drive them from yours." Then she placed heating stones in the small fire with wooden tongs. Artibon and Durcan gripped wrists in a farewell gesture. "Mother, my name is Durcan, and I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't call me Durc anymore," he said. As you have heard, the giant waves came and obliterated all the villages along our coast. Something like this was only known from legends. Her face was somewhat broader and shorter than that of Chimu women, but nicely proportioned, with a well-defined jaw. "We're nearly home.". "Yes Camma, leader of the Chimu people. I need to look at the wound again and wash it once again and renew the bandage.". He couldn't understand what they were saying but he did understand that they were trying to offer respect. Ralev walked closer to the fire and looked around at the large group of people. It wasn't my fault," Melodene sobbed, "I had to follow my mate, didn't I? They had seen her when the Mother had spoken and after. 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