Although all my parts work, I don't know how vital my essence is at my age. That she, this woman, knew that all the fighting over the past summer must have made hunting and drying meat for winter very difficult. They went back to the horses and removed the empty carry baskets to use as holders if they found any pups. I wasn't even born to the Zelandonii people. "Wait Jonayla, he's a flathead. "Over the past winter season we have lost three more hunters and two of our women to these killers. I'll just leave, I promise. I think we all know what he thinks of Clan people. The large ring of stones was at least as wide across as two tall men laying head to toe. I wish I could have spent more time at the Summer Meeting this year so I could have met my son's new friends, but there was so much happening I had to spend a considerable time away." Her son had been so adamant the last time she'd called him by her endearment name for him that she had made a conscious effort to stop using it. Iza had been the First Medicine Woman among all those in the Clan in the east so Ayla trusted what she had taught her as the right way. The first Zelandoni of the southern caves stood immediately. "Jondalar, please drop the wood over there and speak to this man in Clan signs. I smell an ambush. Her eyes caught sight of a string of beads that must have been at the bottom of the otter pouch. What do those symbols mean? He stepped further back and looked at the ground. Dula knew she should have shared her new knowledge with the other healers but new ideas that weren't part of Clan tradition were usually frowned upon and besides, she wasn't sure if she could find any more of this particular fungus. It was unheard of to have Others come to them like this. Mog-ur was silent for a moment, taking in everything that his young apprentice was saying. Everyone said that. It had been too long since they had shared pleasurers. "When the big wave came, my father was leader, his name was Cammadon and I was his only child. What cave do you come from? "First, let me wish you joy. There were also some rough clay jars that had been sealed off. Jonayla and Melodene grew large with child as the winter aged. Cambarre led Jonayla and the others to the site of the attack and as soon as she saw the lion's dead body and the bloody ground Jonayla screamed, "Mother!" There was nothing she could do that would change that. The square openings were covered by denuded trunks of small young pines lashed together to form entry coverings that could be opened and closed. If the lead stallion, that brown male in the middle of the herd is smart enough, he could lead them around the trap no matter how hard we try to guide them into it.". ", Looking directly at Ayla but addressing Tormaden Denanna spoke, "I don't suppose you talked to the First Zelandoni about this before this meeting? "We're going to the Storyteller's lodge; I heard they were going to tell a story about the people that live by the ocean in the west. Jonayla, would you take our things to the guest hearth and Durcan would you help your sister?" She had a feeling, a disquieting, disorienting feeling that somehow seemed vaguely familiar. The bonfire was burning as tall as a man and people milled around serving themselves roasted bison, elk and caribou meat. Let's go, it's not too far from here and it looks like we'll get some rain soon," she said as she urged Summer Child into the dense forest. "Finally Skytalker told Camma, our leader, that he would curse her like he'd cursed our Shaman if she persisted in her opposition to his wishes. She would say things in sign that made him feel comfortable with her, even if she was a female of the Others. It was the pain and anguish that he'd lived with all his life and her inability to soothe his soul and her feeling of responsibility toward him. I'll just be happy for her and grateful for the life I have; a beautiful accomplished mate and two strong, smart children. ", "A new version you say! It would be only an hour or so before they had a tasty meal. "How does Joplaya fare? Jonayla exclaimed in surprise. And if you decide to leave with your family, I want to come with you, that's how much you mean to me," Cambarre said earnestly. Even though that was true, she was still greatly affected by him when he was near her. She is best known for her Earth's Children books, a series of historical fiction novels set in prehistoric Europe that explores interactions of Cro-Magnon people with Neanderthals. "Very well," the Donier agreed. She'll tell you that the cave lion as well as the horses and Wolf, only answered to her because they saw her as a friend. "Yes, but it will certainly be something to look forward to," the Zelandoni said. Everyone knew that those lines indicated her Clan totem - a Cave Lion claw mark which, he had been told, she had on her left thigh from a real cave lion attack. Ayla held out her hands to the other woman as if in welcome, still looking into the southerner's eyes. She leaves her horse behind and walks to us. "Ayla!" "'How about these ten precious stones?' He was sure. Jonayla had a pang of worry, "What must my mother be thinking? I am grateful." It seemed like each member knew instinctively what the other was thinking. Of course, Denanna was the first to challenge her, "First Zelandoni, we all know how you feel about these Clan people of yours, but why should we believe this man? ", Madroman groaned in fear. Bagba would die and someone would have to care for his aging mate. [13] The sixth and final book in the series, The Land of Painted Caves, was published in 2011. His horse stumbled and whinnied in fear. I'm afraid the instigator is a Zelandonii. Should she count Durc? Before he left for the south his Mog-ur had told him that since his spirt was a mixture between the Clan and the Others he should be able to make himself understood better than anyone else in the Clan. Willamar named the boy after Melodene's father, Shankar - whom she had loved - in the spirit of the family's new tradition, begun by Jonayla. Things have gone wrong in that time, things that should have been attended to. Chapter 22 That reason alone should be enough to make you our new First Zelandoni. Proleva looked at the strange man on the pole-drag. It appears they are leaving the area. Animal Welfare Institute Bringing up the rear was Willamar with Melodene seated in front of him. As far as the Zelandonia are concerned, we're happy with your leadership and we support you.". Maybe she could convince him to give himself up, maybe there was a chance that he would change enough to regret what he'd done? "Will you respect him, care for him and teach your children to respect him as befits your mate as their father and provider? asked the older brother as soon as he saw his younger brother approach. "Come on Cambarre, let's go." She brought me back to her cave on the first pole-drag that I had ever seen pulled by the first horse I had ever seen ridden by a person. The Zelandonia had risen and partaken in a brief morning meal and were ready to return to the Summer Meeting long before the sun would become visible over the mountain's peak. I've lived almost sixty summers now and I don't expect to go on forever, but I'll help you any way I can, especially through this," the Third offered. "Now it seems that there are two Chimu. She didn't have to worry about frightening her or making her feel insecure. "It is done and we will not have to see any of them again if they are successful in their hunt for the wild men. It is what we feel most comfortable with.". Everyone knew this last part had come from a revelation their First Zelandoni had experienced during her calling to the Zelandonia, a revelation that had changed all of their lives. Life soon settled into a pattern that would be maintained through the long winter days and nights. "Just sit here and let me look at you for a while.". ", "The First Zelandoni and Tormaden have asked me to request that you come to them quickly. Since the First Zelandoni had become ill, things hadn't gone well for peace in the north, a peace that had always been present in the region before this time. I sometimes miss traveling with just family and I always like seeing old friends and other places," Ayla said sincerely. Ayla was glad they had gone on journeys as a family, away from the Summer Meeting each year. On one such night, with only family members gathered, Jonayla disclosed a decision she and Cambarre had made. It turned out the vote was split and those who Ayla expected support from gave it and those she doubted would, withheld their support. Facing the low-cut entrance portal, were two other portals cut into the back wall between two vertical supports. He was quiet but she even startled him sometimes when she came up next to him to whisper something about game movement. He felt that if he could be half the man his father was that he would be considered a successful provider. They had camped close to a grove of trees that served as a wind break and the campfire warmed them as evening settled in. She now felt confident that everything would work out. Rubio was already running toward the stores, anticipating his father's instructions. It was unnatural in Mongar's opinion that people would do such a thing. Then she stepped back and again spoke to him in sign, "Your people will have justice Groog, I promise you. 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. ", With a worried tone in his voice Jondalar answered, "Yes it should. Dula looked down at the man who was obviously dying and then at the woman and made up her mind. It's amazing," Ayla said sincerely. The man jumped to his feet and threw his arms wide, rushing around the torches to embrace first Ayla and then Jondalar. Ayla sighed inwardly; it was probably for the best, although she knew Joplaya would be saddened by that outcome and probably also Echozar, although he had been very frightened when he saw how much trouble Joplaya had in the birthing of their son. "Donier of the Ninth, sit here beside me," the Zelandoni of the Third Cave called as Ayla was packing the grooming implements away in her carry basket. How is father? As they traveled northeast toward the Clan, Ayla and Brog discussed what should be done next. In two Late Harvest Moons out of three, the Harvest Moon comes earlier, (September), but in some years it occurs later so then we call it second full moon, or Late Harvest Moon. Jondalar, Jonayla and Durcan had dismounted in the corral to the south of the main cave and were walking back to meet Ayla at the cave entrance so there was no one else for the people to look at. You will be fine my love, I'll make sure of it. Her horse stood connected to an A-frame pole-drag that had been colored red with sacred dyes. "The Summer Moon comes next, (June). We even had to give pleasure to other men who didn't have a woman. With lightning speed she unerringly hurled two stones, one after the other, right at the head of the beast. "I see you are enjoying being washed," she smiled and moved closer to kiss him, resting her breasts against his chest as her hand moved down to encourage his readiness to begin again. As the others entered the sacred precincts and dismounted, the children took charge of their horses and led the animals away. It is a gift from The Great Earth Mother who you know as Ursus. You have nothing to explain or to apologize for. The stout Clan spear skewered the cave lion's massive pounding heart, stopping it in mid-beat. You will be received even though you are a female and one of the Others, you will be received as Mog-ur. The feasting and merriment continued late into the night, but the guests of honor slipped into the lodge and changed into their travel clothes soon after the storytelling was over. As they rode toward the north, Durcan broke the silence, "Father, doesn't it seem unusually quiet this morning? They would have done more than just look for firewood. After four rejection slips, she sent it to a literary agent in New York who not only agreed to represent her but organised an auction for a totally unknown, unpublished writer. 32. Foregoing the planned meal that night, Jondalar and Ayla, their children and immediate family, including Folara, her mate Aldanor, Joharran and Proleva and Lanidar and Lanoga and Lorala too, rode out of camp to the lake's edge to be alone and to discuss what had happened. Ayla relied on Willamar, who as mate to Jondalar's mother before her passing, was like family. Besides, Jondalar and your brother need Wolf to look after them while we're gone, don't you think. "We are lucky that the lion didn't have time to chew you up," Ayla said smiling. He knew a lot about her and her family unit so in the sharing of his family details he felt that there was some sort of bond between them. As she grew closer she remembered herself and slowed her horse, sitting up straight and trying to slow her heartbeat. It had a pungent smell, reminding her vaguely of the sacred root from Creb's Memories Ceremony. The Chimu spoke a recognizable language that most of the Zelandonii could understand, once they got past the accent, but by having Melodene with them they would more easily be able to find those they were searching for. The tunic, which fell to a downward-pointing triangle at the back, opened down the front, with the section below the hips tapering so that when it was brought together, another downward-pointing triangle was created. "Yes, I know the place," she replied. They just drive them out to fend for themselves. I've noticed it since we crossed the river. They looked at her and then around at the outdoor hearth and smiled shyly. '', Despite the science, Auel has used her imagination to create the spiritual belief system that is at the core of Ayla's world. They had called her the names they had heard and they said they had heard that he was no better than a flathead himself, because he'd come from her polluted body. When Cambarre began to hear voices in the distance he dropped silently to the forest floor; pine needles eliminating any sound he might have made. What else don't we know about her?" "Things were different than they are today. Also, he traveled light and therefore could take advantage of any opportunity that might arise to hunt along the way. Back then, at eleven summers, I didn't know how children were conceived and everyone told me that my Cave Lion totem was too strong for me to ever have a child. Willamar was concerned that she seemed to need him so. Deep down, she wanted to be relieved of the responsibility of leading the Zelandonia. I'm as proud of my Clan son as I am of my Zelandonii son. Melodene could be just what Willamar needed in a companion. 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