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It was Faegan’s turn. But an honest workin' man like John or muself we can work a hundred years and not leave enough to bury us decent with. Although attacking at night was tempting, theConclave members knew that it had to be done in sunlight. Stopping to hover, Traax held up one arm.

“This is an order fromyour Jin’Sai!”Knowing that Tristan’s words superseded all else, the warriors obeyed. He looked back at Xanthus. ”He tore the envelope open and read its contents quickly, then looked at the warrior who hadbrought it. He felt the thing’s backbone crack apart and saw the light die in its eyes.