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2024-10-29 19:42:56It began to rain. The heavy drops pelted the wooden veranda in front of the school building. Raen shivered and pulled his jacket tighter around him. The warmth of spring had not yet prevailed. He averted his gaze from the window and looked back into the classroom, which had grown dark despite the burning oil lamps. The class was in cultural studies and on the wall was a large map of Hy and its immediate neighbors. At first, Raen hadn't known what to do with all the lines and curves and the names embedded in them, which were arranged without any apparent sense. But by now he knew them almost by heart and knew exactly where the mountains and the great rivers with the national borders were, where the sea was, where the capital Tena-lo-Ghan, where the Doban Pass led over the Junghal Mountains and of course also where the lost provinces were. He only knew the names of the neighboring countries. He found it all very interesting, but one question preoccupied him: why should he have to know
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Then that's the war! Shazuralindu - the death of many unfortunate people. ”“ But that's stupid, why don't you share? ”Asked a student, it was Suneka, and Raen looked over at her. She looked more and more adult. Her face was narrow and with a pointed chin. Her dark eyes under the finely curved eyebrows fixed the teacher.“Yes, that is very stupid indeed! Because they only think of themselves at first, they destroy the peace and their friendship, ”said the gray man calmly."I don't understand, how can you not want to share?" Suneka continued to announce her lack of understanding."Yes, especially when you have more than enough!" Said another."We don't understand that either!" Suddenly all the rest of the students exclaimed almost simultaneously, and the gray man had to smile."I am glad that you do not understand that, because it shows that you are already firmly and safely on Hyaun's path," he said with satisfa
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Hereke, who was still Raen's best friend, had also left school last year and started an apprenticeship with his father. He would become the successor riding master of the Shari clan, as was to be expected. Raen often visited him in the yard after school and watched him go about his new duties. This increased the impatience with which he waited for his own training. For a whole year now he had been seriously thinking about which future role he wanted to choose for himself and which place he wanted to occupy in the community of the clan. Again and again he had spoken to his father and Hyaunset Loenka about it and sought their advice. But he had never dared to express his real wish, namely that he wanted to become a warrior. He wanted to fight for his people in the name of Hyaun and protect them from danger, as his father did. But unfortunately it was so that he couldn't decide for himself. Only Hyaun chose his faithful and determined who could join the warriors. Anyway, Raen also knew
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The gray one cleared his throat. “My advice for you, Raen: Don't worry about things that are none of your business, then you will be much better off in the future. There is plenty of other knowledge available to you. Remember the way of Hyaun and dedicate your talents to the community! ”That was the end of his speech. Raen nodded silently, bowed humbly goodbye and finally went out without a word.The teacher wondered what was so different about this boy? Why was he so stubborn when reprimanded? Thoughtfully, he got up from his pillow and went to the window through which he could see the silhouette of Raen. The streaky glass reinforced the impression that the boy was surrounded by an indefinable aura of shadowy, undulating shallows. But it wasn't his job to fathom these abysses, thought the Kennarparta. A higher authority would soon deal with this, the priests in the temple.The porch was soaked, and rainwa
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Before Raen reached the work table, one of the little helpers came running up to him and happily called his name. It was his brother Resa, a young boy of five, and Raen bent down to give him a hug."Hello, Resa!" He said. "Well, are we busy at work?" He patted the head of the affectionate little one who hardly wanted to leave his side.“Yes, at work!”, Resa repeated happily, glad to finally have his beloved big brother with him. Raen went to the table with him. He apologized for being late, picked up a paring knife and turned to cutting the finished, cleaned greens. Next to him, standing on tiptoe, Resa watched every movement of his hand closely. He was a lively fellow and always cheerful, he still had no inkling of the fateful connection between his birth and his mother's death. Although he often asked about his “mom”, he didn't mean his real mother, but Hariu the farmer's wife, who breastfed him for a year and then raised him for three years u
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In the following month Raen could observe a little surprise in the eyes of his teachers, when they noticed how moderate and adjusted the behavior of their most difficult student of all was. He had stopped asking questions and was otherwise inconspicuous.Old Kennarparta was pleased, of course, to attribute this to his admonishing words, which seemed to have fallen on fertile ground, and he stroked his chin, as he always did when he was in thought. Raen recognized the gesture and was secretly very pleased with himself. He played something for them and they believed it! Excellent, you should just think that he willingly arranged himself. Who could that harm? He wouldn't be able to learn anything here at school anyway. Everyone was way too simple-minded here. So he waited quietly and apparently peacefully for his training to begin.But others also noticed his change of heart because one day Suneka approached him after class.“Is there anything wrong with you,
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Even the oldest of the ancients could not remember that there was ever such a hot summer in Hy. The grain fields quickly turned yellow and in an instant the soft colors of May were gone. The land withered under the scorching sun. People and animals longed for cooling that just didn't want to come. The heat built up in the residential towers of the Chorten and even at night it was almost unbearable there. Many therefore slept outside in the courtyard or on the wall in the hope of catching even the slightest breeze. Some even set up their night camp permanently in the vaulted cellar, even though it was dripping damp from the walls.Not much happened during the day, only the bare essentials were worked early in the morning, then everyone retired to the shade to sit out the midday heat, and in the evening the rest was done - all of this at a very leisurely pace, of course. The school had also closed its doors. The brooding climate had made the students too lazy in their heads to
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The melam is ...""Yes, I know Hyaun's breath!" Hereke interrupted his friend and now looked at him really seriously. "What about your wish to join the warrior caste?" Hereke was the only one who knew of Raen's secret wish."I've come to terms with the fact that Hyaun won't call me over, at least not in that way.""Honestly?""Yes, very honestly."Hereke felt that his friend was being sincere. He admired Raen for his strong will."Do you know that Kaera had his kall three days ago?" Raen asked his friend. Kaera was a year younger than Raen and the son of the clan's chief builder.“Yes, my father told me. Kaera will soon be able to choose a horse when he has completed his first training moons. Well, if I remember correctly, he actually wanted to be a store master. Because of the whole numbers. He loves to calculate. ”Hereke shook his head as if he couldn't understand this passion. “I hope he will be happy to be a chos
War of freedom.. War is inevitable Cut in thumb
Suneka and Soema screamed pointedly in place of Raven. Her jokes were getting a little on his nerves. Why were girls so silly?Suddenly he noticed that his finger was burning slightly. He wiped his eyes again and looked at him. He was a little amazed because he had never seen so much blood before. He'd hit his knee or pinched his finger before, of course, but never had that much blood flowed. Now it ran incessantly from the deep cut in his thumb, over his wrist, into his sleeve. He looked curiously at the fresh, moist red. He was about to dip a finger into it when another hand grabbed his wrist and stopped him. He looked up. Suddenly there was great excitement in the kitchen. The women talked frantically and some even had to sit down because they felt dizzy at the red tide that came from the wound. One of the kitchen helpers finally took up the stained knife with a cloth, and before Raen knew what was happening to him, he was in the midst of a group of excited men and women o
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Then there was nothing left but waiting. Waiting for death.It wasn't long before the volunteer began to groan. At first quietly, but finally he was clearly gasping for breath. His eyes, which no longer seemed to see anything, rolled into their sockets, his Adam's apple jerked violently upwards from below. Some of those present lowered their gaze, it was mainly the priests, for the warriors continued to pay their last respects to the volunteer by looking at him until his last breath.His body began to sag and that was when he slumped onto his side from his upright position. The priest at his side wanted to see him, but the Hyaunset suer quickly raised his hand. It wasn't that far yet.Indeed, gurgling sounds came from all of their ears, and white foam emerged from the volunteer's nose and mouth. An uncontrollable twitch went through him, his hands clawing the mat. He reared one last time and then fell back lifeless on the mat. Then it was quiet.Only now
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At the same moment the Palansetna priests, the personal servants of Setna, were preparing for their difficult task in Tena-lo-Ghan. They were gathered in the prince's house, where they had also spent the night, in the faint hope that the prince's condition might change after all. Of course, he hadn't changed. And now they waited for the one who would accomplish what they all feared. He was the volunteer. The only one of all those involved who could count himself lucky in a clear conscience to do the right thing for the good of the people."I'll do it!" He had said at the meeting of the Board of Governors. He was a very skilled fighter from among the warriors, and his determination was known to all.But where was he now? Had he changed his mind? The palansetna became restless, morning was already advanced and it was not advisable to wait any longer. The inevitable would only be pushed back further and further, the problem would not be solved.Finally, the high pr
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Thanks be to the volunteer! And we, who were there in Tena-lo-Ghan, take the risk of being judged by Zaizura! It is up to you to replace us and to take our places with pride if the will of Zaizura should meet us! With Hyaun in our hearts we will humbly receive your punishment! ”The concern of everyone present was reflected in Lako's pale face.It had become their fate to wrest this decision from fate."Hyaun help us!" He said weakly and gave the floor to the high priest.Gahin stepped forward and spoke in a soft, calm voice: “Liberation will take place in two days! So prepare for it. Each of us knows that our Setna gives their life for their people. He lives for our salvation, and if it is so destined for him - be it through Zaizura's will or some other higher force - then he will also die for us! Our trust in Hyaun must be strong. He is with us and will name a new bearer of the gift! Be assured that He will continue to hold His protective hand over
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Suneka's heartbreak was just as uncurable as Hereke's miserable mood. The whole time the horse boy sat on the sidelines and brooded deeply, even during the big competition he didn't want anyone close by. From a distance he watched Raen and Kosam, and a certain envy of his friend was evident. Hereke no longer understood the world. For the past six months he had had the feeling that Suneka was slowly tilting - they had even kissed at the last harvest festival - but since last night she was suddenly cold as ice.Didn't their kiss mean anything?Hereke hit a willow post with his fist, he was tired of it. He had waited long enough. Probably longer than anyone had ever done for a woman. What about that girl? Even the most ill-tempered horses were easier to handle than them. Maybe he should forget about her, that would be the easiest thing to do. His mother had told him many times that girls who were overly shy are not good for a man. She hadn't meant to accuse Suneka of anyt
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I'll help you!" She wanted to get up.“No, stay calm here, I'll do it. I'll be right back. ”“ Should I stay up here alone? ”She asked, half joking.“The pigeons won't hurt you, and otherwise I won't see any other creatures here. I checked it carefully earlier, ”he said, pointing to the ladder with a wink.“Good, but hurry up!”In fact, a little later he was completely out of breath with the mats and blankets. He must have flown up the stairs! Kosam took the mats from him and rolled them out next to the chests, then she spread the blankets and crawled under them. Raen took off his boots, turned off the light, and slipped under the covers with her. They finally fell asleep, snuggled tightly together.The next morning they woke up to the cooing of the pigeons. The first daylight fell through the windows over the platform. Raen and Kosam beamed h
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I'm sorry ... um ..." What should he say? That his curiosity had been stronger than her attraction? That would have hurt her badly, and besides, that wasn’t the case either, only he had let himself be too easily distracted again. Perhaps because he was afraid to take further steps. The sheer excitement of kissing and hugging had given him far more happiness than he could have imagined that morning."I ... I ..." he stammered awkwardly.Kosam turned away."Stop, please wait!" He grabbed her arm.She looked at him."I just thought that was great!" Idiot!"What did you think was great?" She asked gruffly. “The dangerous gymnastics on the ladder?”“No. I mean that ... well, the one before that. ”Fool, just say it!Her gaze remained unchanged."Well, the kiss!" He finally managed.She didn't answer, and Raen took all his courage and touched her shoulder. His hand went up to her neck and ch
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Raen was in seventh heaven all day. Kosam sat next to him and didn't leave his side. They had a great chat and discovered that they had a lot in common. In doing so, they forgot everything around them. In between, Suneka said goodbye in a strange bad mood and went over to her sister. Hereke initially stayed with Raen and Kosam and merely shrugged his shoulders. He didn't know what she had either. Perhaps she didn't like Kosam, which he didn't understand because he found her very nice. In the end he longed for Suneka and went after her. Her mood seemed to have improved a bit by now, because she laughed out loud when he made a joke and sat down next to her.Time flew by, and soon it was dawn. The big drums and other instruments were set up on the podium in front of the temple, and when clan chief Lako declared the dance to be open to applause, everyone was suddenly on their feet. The mats were swiftly cleared aside, and the first low drum beats vibrated in the full stomachs of
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Hello Tor Ban Raen, there you are. You weren't at the morning meal at all. ”“ I was probably too late, ”he replied in monosyllables. 'You're late for anything, Raen, you sheep's head!' he grimly reprimanded himself. But Banskeid Laghat was so nice and already showed me a bit of your chorten. You have a beautiful view from the wall, you can seeall the way to the great mountains. ” Banskeid Laghat was a fully fledged warrior and was allowed to carry his own sword. Raen glanced at the heavy handle protruding from behind Laghat's back. When would he get his sword himself? It just took way too long!"What got over your liver?" Asked Kosam, who had noticed his scowl.'Give it up,' he thought bitterly, 'you're too young. Forget her!' Aloud he said: "We have to go to the temple now, Banskeid Laghat!" But his tone was apparently a little too commanding because Laghat looked at him crookedly.Raen was annoyed. He just turned
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“ Was that your own horse earlier? Beautiful animal. ”“ Yes, isn't it! Her name is Jakori and she is very trusting. You can ride her if you want, then we'll take a walk into the forest and I'll show you ... "Raen fell silent. 'I talk too much,' he thought. 'She's definitely not interested in horses.'Kosam looked at him questioningly. “What do you want to show me?”“Oh, just a few stones in the forest, nothing special.”“I'll be happy to accept your offer.”“Yes? Really? Are you interested in that? ”“ Of course. I also like to go on horseback, it's fun. ”Raen smiled blissfully. "I think the day after the race we can definitelyride out together." Raen answered with another dazzling smile from Kosam.Later, when he was in bed, he could hardly sleep. He kept thinking of the girl with the black hair and couldn't wait to be with her again.
