44– Proper idea

3 days until Abu and Rena’s marriage

5 days until Yoké and the princess’ marriage

When I woke up at the crow of the cock and stepped into the main chamber only Gamu was there. She was busy removing the spider webs at the corner of the walls of the hut. When she saw me she stopped and looked at me.

“Where’s Furah?” I asked her after we both greeted each other.

“I went to wake her up but found that she was already awake.” Gamu replied. “She said I should leave her for a while and I don’t know why.”

I frowned. “Okay…”

She came close to me and whispered. “I think there’s something wrong with her. She seems really disturbed. Since yesterday she’s been acting so strange.”

I sighed heavily and didn’t respond.

“Didn’t you notice?”

“No.” I replied.

“Watch her closely today.” Gamu told me.

“I’m going to wait for her outside the hut.” I told Gamu. “If she asks, tell her I’m right here by the entrance.”

I stepped outside. It was very windy and dull outside. The wind was blowing the sand into the