“It was therefore very necessary to be circumspect, cautious, civil — even ceremonious — in tackling that young tearaway. And, of course, even the youngest of right tearaways grows up in time. Jaidur, my youngest lad, had unmistakably grown in stature and in wisdom. For all that he was still as sharp and cutting as ever as Mathdi alighted with the swarm of patrolling flyers surrounding her.We landed sweetly enough on a platform of the High Hakal, the fortress and palaces of Huringa. Flags flew a...nd trumpets pealed, and there was a plethora of gold and gems ablaze in the light of the suns.The Lahals rang out. Jaidur and Lildra waited for me. I was conscious that I had left this place borne by the magical powers of the Star Lords, leaving Delia, leaving all that I loved. Now, in returning by mere mortal airboat, I was not in any real sense completing a circle.There was no time to waste. I did not intend to shilly-shally here with protocol and tiresome formalities. I told Jaidur what lay in store for Huringa, capital of Hyrklana, and added: “Your invasion of Hamal is still vital.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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