KARENI was restless and anxious, listening in vain for the sound of Lucas. I decided to wait until nightfall when he would creep into the dark cave. After that, if Lucas wanted her urgently, he would tell me why he won’t let her go. I planned to confirm what was rightfully mine from the player.Just like I had thought Lucas crept into the caves after nightfall, the sky was clear and the stars were growing bright."It’s going to be a fine night," he said aloud, making me wonder what he is up to."That’s good for a beginning, I love this solitude of mine in this world. I can’t bear any distractions from Zoe.He turned to go to the north side of the room and then stopped, for he heard my claws scratch on the wall just round the corner."Who is that?" I heard him ask, but I chose to keep shut till he found out about my presence himself.At the north side of the cave, Lucas came out shining the fire lamp on me.He halted in surprise and adjusted the straps of his robe. Presently I appea
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