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Makoru assured Anneken that he would take care of it. With a deep curtsey and her thanks, Anneken turned to follow Torene out. Torene handed her off to the guards, who escorted her out into the Tower grounds. She was met by the guard who had been sent to find her and told to meet the group at the stables.

She ran, not knowing how long the guard had been waiting for her, for he had not been allowed into the Tower. Shortly after she arrived, a runner came bearing a heavy coin purse for Brihanna.

"His Lordship, the High Arbiter, said I should tell you this is only partial payment, milady," said the runner, bobbing his head in respect. "The rest will be held in the vault until your return."

Brihanna stammered her thanks, nearly dropping the heavy bag. She could not remember ever being called milady before. Rhiannon helped her climb back up into the cart, then mounted her horse. They waited then, for Emrey.

Ebony danced with impatience and Rhiannon trotted him around to work off his nervous energy.