The slaves were stacking mountainous heaps of sacks in the centre ofthe warehouse and the floury smell of ripe dhurra blended with theancient reek of raw hide and tannin. However, he was meticulous and painstaking in his inspectionof Penrod's preparations. A change of method is now noticeable. They had now drifted withinpistol shot, and even as he thought it he saw muzzle flashes as theDervish riflemen opened fire on them from the bank.
But what of my littlesister? I pray that you will take her under your protection as well'The Mahdi glanced down at Amber, who shrank from him and clung toRebecca's dusty, bloodstained skirt. When the battle is won, I willcome to find you. He took a last glanceat the height of the sun. The most treacherous of all tribes.
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