"Mikhail taught us how to fight as a single people," Immanu said. "He has done everything he could to prepare for this day."
The Chief turned to her, his expression worried.
"Siamek has set in motion the magical defenses Mikhail taught to Immanu and our flint knapper," Chief Kiyan said. "I need you to take the female archers and take up positions along the outer wall."
"But my B-team has not trained to act as an archer squad!" Pareesa said. "They are marginal shots, at best. You'd have better luck asking Yadiditum!"
"Your B-team has been reassigned to Siamek," Chief Kiyan said. "It was Mikhail's wish that you not be put at risk again."
"But I am the best swordsman you have!" Pareesa said.
"You are," Chief Kiyan said, "but you are also a thirteen summer girl going up against lizard de
