He was proud when other men looked at her with interest because of her exceptional appearance. This has been a very unusual summer and there are issues that still need to be resolved, but Tormaden, I do appreciate your welcome," Ayla said with a broad smile. The balance this time was the loss of Wolf. The ivory bead designs were highlighted and defined by many small amber beads in shades both lighter and darker than the leather, with embroideries of red, brown, and black. But the leader who was called Atta didn't care what people thought of him because he controlled his people through fear. Ayla felt she should kneel as a well-mannered Clan woman would, but she fought the impulse. And frankly, who you are is pretty impressive. He must think about what to do. What say you?" "One day two apparitions materialized in the valley below their camp. The hunters had heard the name Durc before from the stories that were still circulating about Ayla and Jondalar and their animal friends. "You're talking to the person who brought us horses. This allowed the animal some freedom of movement but did not allow it to wander away. He'd persuaded her with the argument that it would be better if she were near Groog to help Jonayla protect him and the other Zelandoni in case they ran into trouble. How many of his men would stay if that happened? She and Doroban were mounting their horses when Jonayla called after them. You're right, I can't leave Jondalar at the moment. After the unmasking of Skytalker, her respect for this woman's bravery and calm had grown even greater than before. Please Jondalar, trust me." Chapter 20 He had never seen anything like it before. A lot has happened since you began the training. Females that knew their own minds tended to have that effect on men. She thought to herself what it must have been like. She hadn't thought about the reason they'd come to the north for some time now. And incidentally, you should be aware that she has the uncanny ability to tell if others are not telling the truth or the whole truth just by observing body language which is an important component of the Clan language. Jonayla sighed. ", There was a collective intake of breath; the southern leader was heard to mumble, "What is she playing at? The man with the crazy eyes looked at her hands and realized that the thong wasn't just to hold her hair out of her eyes. "Yes mother, I'll do it. Here and there were little backwater places where the river widened and the flow became sluggish. This thought caused tears to well up even more, blurring Ayla's vision as her fingers did their work, cutting the remaining clothing away to bare his muscled chest and strong arms. "You sound like you're still asleep. I don't mind, this is important. "Times are becoming difficult and you are the answer, I'm sure of it." And you," she looked fiercely into his eyes, "are in Zelandonii lands and will not take anyone without my permission.". the Fifth said. Jonayla fell and rolled, jumping up ready to confront the big angry man again. After eating the hot mushy grains mixed with berries that was handed to him by the young female, he signed to the blonde Medicine Woman, asking her where their journey was taking them. She jumped up, telling her mother that she would gather some more firewood, and left the campsite with a bounce in her step. A smile that became sunnier and brighter until the young woman laughed out loud. "Ayla, what were you doing with the ash?" That evening, after the improvised feast honoring their guests had been enjoyed, the people of the Nineteenth Cave began to settle down for the night, but suddenly there came a commotion from outside. Because of the size of the Summer Meeting, not everyone could attend Blandar's burial ceremony. Lymphoma Action That elicited more chuckles, this time from some of the female Zelandoni too. It became obvious what had happened as they rounded the curve of the river. He needed to convey all of this - and soon - or the Clan would retaliate and that could only make things worse, or so his Mog-ur had told him. This trail would take them on a path around the Zelandonia ceremonial site situated on Sacred Mountain and down onto the valley floor and the Summer Meeting. For the first time in almost a full moon cycle she felt 'herself' again. "Well, Ayla wanted me to see if you would like a special tunic. The moment passed as Jonayla worked beside the fire. Not that she had anything else to do since her confrontation with Cambarre earlier. "Will you respect him, care for him and teach your children to respect him as befits your mate as their father and provider? He was as tall and handsome as ever. For a moment she wasn't sure where she was. With so many extra mouths to feed, meat was used up as fast as it was brought in and hunters were having to go farther afield every day. "You've never even mentioned my mother before.". 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. As the sun rose above the horizon, father and son had already set out and within a very short time had a bird's eye view of what had caused the river flow to stop. Jonayla laughed and stood on her toes to kiss him. The water made all her other concerns drift away and let her grapple with the feelings she needed to deal with. The people came forward with stones and began to pile them around and on top of the remains while Mog-ur made the correct motions that asked the Spirit of Great Ursus to guide his people's spirits safely into the next world. "But what I noticed most about her was her leadership abilities. She held them out for the man to take, but he wouldn't touch them. It was an uncomfortable issue to resolve. It looks like they'll be lucky to get more than two or three out of the entire herd the way they hunt with those thrusting spears. Author Jean Marie Auel (surname pronounced . Ayla was also buoyed by her meeting with her fellow Zelandoni, the day before. All of the usable hides, thongs and poles were stacked in separate piles. "We'll see. She and her husband moved to Oregon, where she had five children and continued . "You look so grown up Durc. Rub the matt on your hands and face and any skin exposed to the air, to transfer the horse's smell to your skin. Is that acceptable?" ''He said, 'What do you mean you're writing six books? The female looked like a spirit, one that had power, one that could make trouble for the Clan. This was an important event and they wanted to remember everything about it so they would be able to tell their own children one day. Why have you come here at night?" This time something slipped from the grasp of one of the huge raptor's talons and fell earthward. 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. Most of the people went to work right away setting up their summer lodges and circles of stones for individual cooking fires. The story was pouring out of Melodene now as if she couldn't stop herself. "Now knowing what has happened to the Chimu, I wish we had somehow been able to keep those two in our community," Ayla replied. At first he thought of turning away, but he stood there thinking about everything this woman had brought to the Zelandonii. If he gets better, I don't want him here because it will only cause trouble. "'No, I don't want those,' said the young man, remembering the old wood cutter's advice. Jondalar didn't say anything. He was determined to see that they were unharmed, no matter what taboos there might be against intruding on ceremonial rites. I think they wanted him so they could make some kind of example of him. Within moments the hunters broke away to take up their weapons and filed out of the cave. I want to do what First Zelandoni urged me to do, I just worry." He had never tried to seduce her, as he had other women at the Ninth Cave. Jonayla looked at him pleadingly. But he really couldn't think of any other way to get something to eat and his children were hungry. We don't see them causing violence in our territory. We expect the other Zelandoni from the north and south to arrive over the next two days and I will rely on you to make everyone comfortable." Both Jonayla and Durcan said in unison. If they didn't cross the path of their people by the time they reached the hills that bisected the forest, they would make camp and send out two scouts, one northeast and one northwest, to look for their people. But even that turned out to be a lucky event. What was this female thinking? It had been almost a full a moon since Jondalar and Matagan had been attacked. Ayla wished that she didn't have to wait for Cambarre and the men that would come with him, but it would be foolish to traverse the forest by herself. When Skytalker had "commandeered" most of our hunters to seek out flatheads and try to kill them or run them off. Ayla was determined to wear it with distinction and do her best to follow her old friend's example. "Do you really believe this Shaman is so powerful that he can come back from the Spirit World?" she asked. While daylight prevailed, he would identify the layout of their campsite and try to formulate a rescue plan. In another year or two we'll have three caves and it might not be so important to travel so far again". She called over her shoulder to Cambarre to make a fire and heat some water. Ayla grunted, slightly annoyed and continued to mop Jondalar's body, wishing that they were home at the Ninth Cave and that she'd never come to this place. Finally, the Fifth took his place in the ring of Doniers, gesturing for the Donier from the Seventh Cave to stand and speak. "No, I have mated before and it didn't work out very well," Melodene said. It looked like someone had struggled or fallen into the bushes, breaking branches. I have tried to memorize its properties," Ayla said. "Are you about done?" I guess I'd been silent for so long that it was easier to remain so. Ayla gestured Jonayla to sit beside her. Better to deal with her at his hearth. Before Mageb could even try to block her way, she was galloping past him toward his hunters to the east. "I don't know. It was Mageb, stepping from the forest. His Clan had lived in these hills for generations, only moving from time to time to a different location in order to allow the necessary natural resources to replenish themselves. The bases of the logs were evenly spaced and anchored into an earth rampart and then the frame was covered with a patchwork of hides forming a huge pointed tent. It might slow them down if they drank enough of the intoxicating beverage. 'Show me the bowl,' he demanded. I was just a child then and she sort of trained us both," she smiled at the memory. [. Any breaking of the flesh could cause death. I appreciate the help you and your children have given and will do all I can to live up to your trust in me. And although to begin with there had been game close by, having almost one hundred people in one area with a lake bordering on one side and a cliff on the other didn't make for the best hunting. It was hard to believe there were so many of the Others in this river valley. Ayla looked around at her fellow Doniers, making eye contact with each. When I was young, I thought the signs came from Ursus the Great Cave Bear, but I now know Ursus is just another manifestation of the Mother and that She has been guiding me all my life.". Ayla noticed eagerness shining from his eyes. "Medicine Woman Dula has found a special medicine that puts out a fever almost like water thrown on a fire. : Ayla urged Summer Child forward into the vanguard. I know there will be many Zelandonii willing to help. That she, this woman, knew that all the fighting over the past summer must have made hunting and drying meat for winter very difficult. Jondalar, still standing, stepped closer to the leader of the Twenty-Ninth Cave and said, "Tell me Denanna, if you were alone and eleven summers old and a big brutal man of the Clan beat you and forced himself on you over and over again, and eventually made a baby in you, how would you handle it?" 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. "For years I've wondered where you went. Once all the Clan people were gone, what then? "I help medicine woman. "Yes he did find me, he actually rescued me - and yes, we are both alright. All the other Zelandoni nodded and murmured agreement. Did Cambarre find you? Groog paid close attention as the woman Mog-ur removed the hide-wrapped remains from the cave one at a time and placed them in the grave. "The only way he could stop the cruelty was by being stronger and tougher than those around him. I've stopped seeing anyone else, I'll wait for you, you're worth it to me," Cambarre said with passion in his voice. The meeting was interrupted to allow everyone to eat when the sun was at its highest, and then reconvened again, to run until late afternoon. Won't that alarm the Clan men more than even the horses would? We will make these people sorry they did this. There were whole periods where no one saw the sun and periods where the snow blew horizontally coating the cliffs with snow and ice so that the people couldn't even leave the cave other than the short distance to Down River for the care of their horses. It's a good name," Jondalar replied, smiling. With a nod of agreement, looking directly at Ayla, overcoming thousands of years of societal conditioning. "I'm glad that you feel contributing to the people is important, I only hope that you'll become mated to a good man and take the time to have children of your own. I'm sure you'll hear all about it before the night is done. I also made you some mint tea. "Zelandoni! Hurriedly Cambarre tugged at the knife, but the flint blade broke off in the man's flesh, leaving only a small piece of blade still attached to the knife's handle. You may use my personal name from now on when addressing me. Sacred Mountains The belief that Yaoyorozu no Kami, countless gods and goddesses, dwell in every thing and occurrence in the world has long been rooted in Japan. Ramacol was just the level-headed type that Ayla admired and knew she could rely upon. The younger one who had been brought in days ago had no such politeness about her. The Zelandonia were bringing their First Zelandoni's remains to help guide her spirit to the Spirit World. Mongar, looked at his Mog-ur and grunted, "So you're back. Tie his hands and feet securely. You and Wolf made that possible. I heard that you and your mate humiliated the Shaman in front of everyone. To them it looked like she had magically mounted the horse. She stirred the mixture with a stick to speed the release of the healing properties of the leaves and ground roots. The panels had been completed and now stood inside against the walls, adding a sound barrier, but they were still unadorned. "That close? It billowed out toward them making everyone jump back in surprise. She sat there with her eyes closed and it was obvious that she was meditating. It was Jonayla! 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. Ayla had been sitting by the lake for some time and knew that soon she would have to go. "What has happened? Our support website has the answer to many frequently asked questions, or simply contact us for support.. Get Support ", Manvelar signaled one of his hunters, a man called Bandoman who was from the Third Cave, and gave him his instructions. But Ayla's instincts had told her that there was something more. "I did feel the earth move, several days ago. "I don't think we will run across anyone, it's a big forest and we're not covering much of it, but you never know. They shared a sad moment when she talked about his father's death. I first read the series about 15 years ago and was completely hooked after the first. Brukeval just wanted to drink in the vision of the object of his dreams and fantasies. she indicated the fever-ridden man lying in front of her. It had only been a few hours since Dula had administered her medicine. She thought they had both felt the same. Jondalar and the children became silent and watched as the two conversed. "We will be telling the longer version at tonight's feast but as you say, the short story is that on our first night we were attacked by a Woolly Rhino that destroyed our camp. Jonayla loved the Clan dish too and had grown up with it as a seasonal treat, and spring was the time to make it just right. Then Groog slumped, almost falling, and would have if Jondalar hadn't caught him. It's good to have you with me now and it would not have been possible if you hadn't made that decision. When the stallion starts moving to the center, gallop in toward the opening and yell, but stay leaning down so they can't see you!". It was hard to tell what time of day it was while under the ledge with screens surrounding him, but Groog thought it was probably late afternoon now. Since he had not yet passed his eleventh summer, he was young enough to serve those spiritual leaders who would attend. Much of the walls were still only sketched in with charcoal outlines, but where they were completed, the paintings were breathtaking. Now that he knew her better, more intimately, his pride in her accomplishments and abilities even outweighed his pride in her beauty. It was a real possibility now. Ayla's heart increased its pace at her man's unmistakable signal, she had wondered in the back of her mind when they might pick up their lives as they had been before Jondalar had been wounded. She finally left the project she was working on inside the family lodge to see what the commotion was about. The first person to show me how they worked was Creb," Ayla said. The tall red-haired woman now looked at Ayla as she stood beside Duroban. For the first time, Ayla acknowledged in her heart that he might die. "I love my eldest son as much as I love each and every one of you. "What is the cause of those sad eyes? Everybody prays for Brukeval don't they? The subsequent conversations and warnings she had received from him had embedded the fear of discovery into her being. "Well, yes there is a man I have interest in. The fungus you brought is working well Dula. . She had reacted as a small child would have, frightened from a man's advances. Why have you caused all this trouble? "I can see so much more from up here too. "Thank you for bringing my willful daughter to me Cambarre. Welcome Jondalar," the young man stepped forward and gripped the older man's wrists in a hunter's greeting. "Oh Doni! "The older brother heard of his brother's change of fortune. We took our sleeping bags and it was very cold, but we survived. They talked quietly for a few minutes about the day's travel and as Ayla rose on one elbow to look over at Jonayla, she saw that her daughter and Cambarre were together under their furs. Hear Her now!". When things were lazy and slow they would take a carry basket of food and stay away all day together by themselves. Cambarre asked. But now big things were happening. The only alternative had been to take him with them. Moments later he reappeared holding a heavy Clan spear. She'd gloried in her nearness to him and in his manliness. "Well," Mongar said stiffly. Even if I don't become First Zelandoni, maybe I can influence the person who does.". 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. She looked down at the two stones in her hands with a frown of worry. ", Jonayla added, "I think Melodene will be returning with us to the Ninth Cave when we leave the Summer Meeting. It will make my hands and eyes perform the task truly in honor of 'The Wolf Who Was Zelandoni'. Willamar snickered and was about to say something about dignity when she turned her eyes on him and put her fists to her hips as if waiting to challenge him. As Ayla listened to the Seventh speak, she was sure that he wasn't being sincere, there was something missing in his body language, he wasn't showing conviction in his movements and his eyes showed no commitment to his words. It is still a very popular story in our part of the world and there are many variations on the theme. It was a perfect little round pond with a small sandy spot big enough for two at the far side. "You have news of Durc?" The woman reacted immediately at the Mog-ur's gesture, moving to kneel beside the prostrate man of the Others and placed a hand - palm down - on his forehead. Just remember that who you chose as your leader will be making the decisions for us all. Doesn't she talk about things when at home?" Then the young female 'Jonayla' came into the enclosure, followed by the female Mog-ur. "You have always talked sense and you've never pretended to be something more than you are. With fingers that felt too numb to untie the intricate ceremonial knot - a knot that signified the sacred memory root - Brog finally managed to open the pouch and looked inside. They had all seen their bloodied First Zelandoni riding through camp with an injured boy, his dead father and the cave lion that had killed him. ''They've found that almost everyone of Caucasian extraction has at least 1 to 4 per cent of Neanderthal in their DNA,'' Auel says with a laugh. He knew that Jonayla was unknown to men in that way and he couldn't stand the thought of her being repeatedly forced while he just stood by, doing nothing to help her. It was times like this that she wondered if the gift of knowledge was really a gift. I don't mean that I resented a woman's place, but I didn't feel an equal for some reason. ", "Jonayla and Durcan, will you two begin to set up camp? Lying virtually helpless on the pole-drag, Groog could see the hostile stares coming from the Others and he felt vulnerable and that angered him; he didn't like to feel weak. This is a man, not an animal. How old are you now Zelandoni? 'I have to stop saying stupid things or I'll end up losing her affection,' he thought. "It didn't go as easily as Skytalker thought it would, especially when the flatheads started to really fight back. Clan women care for the young and they care for their mate, they have the memories for it. Dipping her fingers into the water she sprinkled some on to the prostrate Donier's face until her eyes fluttered open. All these moon cycles together are called a 'Year'. I'll make it up to you when we get back.". All I can say is that I'll do my best to convince our fellow Doniers that I feel the calling to be the one to represent them. From now on she would wear her sling wrapped around her head as she had once done when traveling from the east with Jondalar. Camma asked, looking around at the group of leaders. At first Jonayla didn't understand why there were shocked expressions on every face. Besides, Wolf might be back by dark, making the trip unnecessary. I think when the little chit wakes up I might want to teach her that she's not all that special when she doesn't have family members to protect her." ", Jonayla looked at the Donier of the Third Cave questioningly. It was just a convenient description when it was found. She could see the others falling to their knees and praying, fear and shock written on their faces. Then suddenly she remembered, "You're Kimadar, you helped me with Groog. "Please, let him be for the moment. Once Madroman had been settled at the back of the cave where the root vegetables were stored, Ayla was able to relax by the Mog-ur's fire. It was a long night, but they were unhurt and they were together. That night for some reason he was suspicious of her. He was certainly tired of feeling confused and that is what this female Mog-ur caused in him, confusion. To learn from someone like her, to maybe even speak with The Great Earth Mother as she had done Jondalar and Durcan stayed up all night worrying. The Land of Painted Caves will be published simultaneously around the world next week. Most spears now were made for spearthrowers and were slender and of differing lengths depending upon their purpose. I'm lucky that he loves me.". Do you think your leader will speak about necessities with a female?" But Jondalar had turned to look and gasped in surprise making her turn to look too. Is this all agreed among us?" He knew from his conversation with the female Mog-ur of the Others that he was supposed to learn as much as he could about these people and he wanted to do that, he felt it was important. His body had been washed and his wounds had been wrapped in woven flax material to protect them from evil spirits. These people who you call "animals" would never consider killing out of revenge. I intend to travel to the north the day after tomorrow as already decided. If you would return to your people and ask them to stop anyone fleeing to the north we should have this unpleasantness done before sunset tomorrow. Where they were at the earth's shaking wasn't violent enough to fell trees, but it did continue for a few minutes. "'I knew it!' We should be able to hold the Summer Meeting in the south by the next year. Surely he will not begrudge us a little fish?'. She would never have asked to name the cave after her good and noble friend, but to have this Zelandoni suggest it - the one person that the other Doniers would listen to because of his calling to the cave and to even suggest the term 'First' in the name of the cave, was such a powerful sign from the Mother. It was almost second nature to her to blend into the landscape. Now get to it, you take the woman and I'll go and bind the man.". "You'll find the story of how Jonayla's mother found her own wolf cub quite a tale too." "We're happy to do it mother," Jonayla replied. That first time we met all those years ago was life changing for me. Durcan still felt a great sadness that his childhood wolf friend was gone. You know that the Zelandoni who shares your responsibility here is away." "I'm glad I will be staying with you this winter. 5. 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