Of course much of his fear was caused by her strange ways and her even stranger companions. Cambarre first heard, then saw Jonayla on her trotting horse. After all, she and Jondalar had introduced the spearthrowers to the people in the first place and everyone knew how accomplished she was with a sling. Ayla smiled, "You helped us overcome so much Melodene, so I must thank you. When the Zelandonii returned to their home caves they would still have time to gather the last of the summers fare, wild carrots, onions, tubers and roots and store them away in the permafrost storage pits so they would have some vegetables during the early winter months. I can't imagine life without him in it.". She indicated Jondalar's poultice covered shoulder wound, "I would uncover the wound once he has taken the medicine so it can dry.". This moment struck a chord deep within her, a memory of a time long ago when she had been a little girl and Creb and Iza had first pronounced the name. We can go around them undetected or we can confront them. It was just a convenient description when it was found. Jondalar did as she asked and with the help of Cambarre, was able to gag and blindfold him quickly and silently. Layers beneath layers. Leave your horses screened by the trees and then open the barriers on this side of the surround. "We don't know what to do," Groog signed with frustration. "Madroman, if I let you go you would cause other people trouble. As dusk descended around their campsite, they ate the rabbits that Durcan and Jonayla had taken in the forest using their spearthrowers. Wolf Star? "I agree with the southern Doniers, I will support you Zelandoni and I agree with whatever your course of action turns out to be." It would soon be time to leave for the Summer Meeting. I think we can forgive Brukeval for his evil acts, if for no other reason than because you ask it of us. Cambarre had returned to collect Star from his captivity under the shady tree. "This man needs to have his head elevated and he needs to be covered and kept warm and restrained." And this woman at his side, she spoke the sacred form of the Clan language flawlessly. Tormaden answered the First, "No, we didn't really talk but he brought these two hunters in and a bound flathead and then headed out again with his hunters. Even if he had told her to cut a finger off to prove his control over her, she would have done it. When she found out that they had decided to use the last of the Clan fungus to save her life, she accepted that the Mother may have had that in mind when She had placed it into her hands. All the Doniers sat there looking at the man in silence, then finally the first among the southerners spoke, "Well, that opens my eyes. You are responsible for all of your people! The Clan people watched as the two 'Others' rode away with the wolf cub trailing obediently behind them. She hoped that this woman's mate would survive, for all their sakes. Cambarre bundled his tunic and leggings up, using his tunic sleeves tied together to form a shoulder strap. ", "I know all that, but I still miss him. Do you know the story of Creb?" Groog had understood most of what had been said because the woman Mog-ur had been almost unconsciously interpreting their conversation in Clan. Always talk soothingly to him, let him smell your hand; he will smell your horse's odor on it and will feel reassured. Durcan might not have cooked as many meals as Jonayla, but he knew what went into a tasty spread of food. But I accept your apology; actually I have to admit that you were probably just doing what you're used to doing with girls like Marilla. Those thoughts made her think of Jondalar again, she needed to see him so much. Did you know that we were saved because of the Clan people? "Zelandoni who is candidate, would you walk with me please?" Until more of their kind arrives, they don't have enough hunters to track the wild men through a land they do not know," Groog replied. She wanted Cambarre to remember this meal as one of the best he'd ever had. We think AYLA is the possible answer on this clue. I've been performing the task of First for the caves in the south for ten summers already and I'm confident that taking responsibility for the northern Zelandonia and the Zelandonii people as a whole would not strain my abilities. Jonayla was there with baby Marthona strapped to her back. "Then there is Grass Moon, (April). "Yes, but it will certainly be something to look forward to," the Zelandoni said. His mate was weeping, having given him up for dead. "She also made every effort to befriend the women of the tribe. They just drive them out to fend for themselves. Groog grunted his acceptance and nodded his head. ", "Yes, I would like that. "Wait," she whispered. I've always been given a sign. The Donier of the Third Cave again turned to Ayla, "No matter what happens, I think you should be the one to mediate between the Clan and the affected caves in the north," having said that, the Third suggested that they turn in for the night. Some of the young men of South Face have decided to ride back and get his things. ", "I know mother, but you're different, you have more confidence in yourself than I ever will and everyone says you're beautiful, even now when you have had three children they still say that. You will be received even though you are a female and one of the Others, you will be received as Mog-ur. Even when I first arrived with Jondalar as a stranger, you were kind to me and you've been a great help to me since the First Zelandoni died. It had been done this way for as long as anyone could remember. Chapter 20 She had expected Denanna to stand against her on solving the Clan violence in the north, but she was surprised by the unwavering support of the southern caves, especially their spokeswoman, the first Zelandoni for the southerners. "Mother, you know that you can do anything you put your mind to. Lymphoma Action This was the first place that the Chimu settled and the cavern is a sacred place to our people. Groog knew from this that what she was about to tell him would be truthful. "Do you really believe this Shaman is so powerful that he can come back from the Spirit World?" "As it turns out, Jondalar has had to pay the price for my actions. The song had been sung before, but with a shocked and distressed voice. She pledged her people's friendship and promised to send representatives from the Chimu to next year's Zelandonii Summer Meeting. "Yes, you're right Jondalar. He wishes to change the name of White Cave. Brukeval's eyes always looked angry. I want to know who the father of my children is," Jonayla said in a determined voice. Looking around she replied, "I have thought much on that. Yes I've been playing around with Marilla, but I haven't been running around with all the girls you think I have. But I did survive and thanks to my adopted mother, Iza, my baby ended up surviving as well. She hadn't discussed this with him in advance on purpose so that no one could accuse her of trying to influence him. ''I honestly don't know. "During this, our first meeting, it is the right and responsibility of each candidate to speak their mind. ', "'Well,' explained Havoe resignedly, 'this is a magic bowl. After that first time, both girls had become even closer friends, friends with a secret, friends who made many trips to Wooded Valley together, becoming secret lovers. Of course Durcan wanted to hunt and everyone agreed that was a good idea and praised his find for their meal that evening. ", "I see," Jonayla said. She thought he knew his luck and that made her smile. ", "You asked me that once before, remember? Durcan smiled and agreed that it would be fine for her to come. It was a sign of mourning and for Zelandonia to wear at funerals as a sign of respect for the departed. Let me walk forward and call out," Melodene offered. There seems to be so much to do. "I suggest you don't fight my men when they come for you tonight. Iza was sibling to Creb who was Mog-ur. She will be seeing to the feast of welcome for this evening and I must greet the new arrivals and see them settled. Ayla felt that it was important to personally invite them to the Ninth Cave for a meeting to take place in two days' time. "After that," he continued, "the two of us headed back into the south and just got to enjoy the rest of our time alone together. ", "Of course, I would be honored to. Groog watched the woman's hands as she talked. Ulla was the image of her mother and copied her every move. There would never be another man to fill Jondalar's space in my life," Ayla said, wondering why she was telling this woman her innermost feelings. It became obvious what had happened as they rounded the curve of the river. Especially Marilla, she was a few years older than Jonayla and a world more grown up, at least in Jonayla's eyes. she asked. It makes me happy to be part of the whole. It has been agreed upon, and they have been accepted by the Ninth Cave. It looked like a spear had penetrated his flesh. "I was hunting when I heard your voices," explaining his presence. Your mother also gave up any chance of ever seeing him again by coming with me to my home, a trip that took almost a year to complete. Silence descended. Ayla and Jonayla took the marker away to the stream and worked on it with sharp flint to remove the bark, and sand and water to make the stripped surface smooth. Groog did believe her. Speculation concerning her demise by various, even nefarious, means has dogged the 66-year-old Portland, Oregon, novelist throughout the 11 years it has taken her to complete The Shelters of Stone, book five in the projected six-book Earth's Children series that began with The Clan of the Cave Bear in 1980. "Joharran, Jondalar, come here," Ayla called quietly. What made this tallest mountain special was what it held within. I was at my wit's end, having tried everything I knew to control his fever. Rubio knew that she was old enough to be his mother, but he was still attracted to her as a man would be to a woman, although he wasn't sure what that really meant. As dawn's light crept over the top of the far hills to shed its pearlescent light over the Zelandonii campsite, Ayla and Jondalar were already packed and ready to go. "This is a unique place, with the carved portals and the smoothed painted walls. They began to enter the hustle and bustle of the Summer Meeting and as they passed people there was a hush and activities stopped as people turned to stare. "I don't know. He nodded to her and she filled cups with tea and handed them around. As the strange looking blonde woman went through an extensive list of medicinal herbs and roots, using the proper names and descriptions, Dula became aware that talking to her was like talking to any other Clan Medicine Woman. "If somehow I could have just fit in as Jondalar's mate I would have been happy. Ayla moved up against him and kissed him. Ayla watched, wide-eyed as the tawny predator leapt with its jaws wide, showing sharp carnassial fangs made for slicing into its prey. "You tell him that we're not going to let him keep this up. He knew of men who shirked their duty to provide and he knew what people thought of them. "Ayla's like a daughter to me and besides, by telling her, the Mother might hear and grant our wish. So when they show themselves, you can all step out with weapons raised ready to attack from the sides and from behind.". For the final leg of the journey, Jonayla was riding herd on her horses with help from Lorala. Some were ready to run and cries of anguish rose from many of the Zelandonii. She hadn't been sure that she'd liked him at first, but she was sure that she had been attracted to him. As Cambarre began to untie the braided rawhide belt that secured her loincloth, Jonayla pushed him away. It seemed a natural thing when Lorala had touched her the first time. He turned to walk back to the fire. Any help would be welcome with so many of them to deal with. He looked up into the tall Donier's eyes and saw kindness and sadness in them and he instantly wanted to do whatever he could for this spiritual leader. He wanted to turn his strength and experience into physical action. Then Jonayla signed to Cambarre to look at the horizon. Yet, she was still uncertain, still concerned about how her children would deal with their mother's past. The first novel was released by the Bantam publishing house in the year 1980. The skulls sat there with their empty eye sockets staring out at them accusingly. That broken stone cliff had formed a large lake that barred their passage. Ayla slid off Summer Child and stumbled. Covered with the red earth of The Great Earth Mother's womb, your body shall return to Her to be born again into the next world as you were born into this one." In his anger he might let something slip that could help them and that was the last thing he wanted to do. Buzzard Ridge. Who is the leader among you?". Just seeing you sit up should make them nervous enough to keep edging away from you and toward the surround.". The two women had removed their tunics as they worked by the stream and gave them to Cambarre to hang under the shelter to begin to dry. No one mentioned anything about that because they all thought it would be a good name, especially Jondalar who, even after all these years, still missed his brother as if his loss were only yesterday. "Tell me, will they do something about these people who are killing my people? Jonayla regretted having been so harsh with him, but she knew that she was right and was proven correct when they started bringing in twice the amount of kills each day. He had asked about their children and what it would mean to take them away from their family ties and friends. I see how much difference you make to the world around us and I can't help but want to do the same," Jonayla replied. Ayla couldn't make out what he was saying, the bullroarers were making such a racket that every other sound was obliterated. She told him that standing up to people who said things just to hurt another, was always the right thing to do. It's been almost two moon cycles since my last women's flow and over the past few days I've felt sick to my stomach in the mornings. You have our support because we can't think of anyone among us who would be a better leader." "Cambarre and Jonayla have chosen each other. Not that the Zelandonii didn't use herbs, but her mother knew of many more. It would be too dangerous in the dark to continue on the ridge path. Mongar began to turn away, then stopped. We all remember how much trouble she had at that birthing so maybe the Mother is watching out for her.". We are located in the charming and bustling town of Julian, California, just outside of San Diego. I can't imagine being told that I couldn't hunt. Then in a more imperative, "WHY?" ", Ayla stood up and moved to Jondalar's side, "Both are good questions. "Greetings!" I think he viewed me as an ideal and I think his need to be loved made him bitter toward Jondalar and finally toward me. Ayla thought she knew the reason for her daughter's mood, she knew Cambarre had been paying attention to her lately and it appeared that they weren't communicating very well with each other. Ask him for some food, any food, maybe just enough to make soup with,' suggested the poor man's mate. Jonayla had used her knowledge of herbs to season everything just right and tasted each dish to make sure they were cooked to perfection. Closure. It looked painful and it reminded her, as it did her mother, that he'd been very close to death and that it had been caused by Brukeval's actions. Jonayla's horse gave out a loud dismayed whinny, followed by their pack horse, both stomping around in agitation. Mageb expected to kill only two or three Auroch in the short time they had here. Jonayla thought for a moment, "Although I can't treat all the horses like I do Gray, I think everyone should make the horse they rely on most part of their family. 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