"The Sapphire Clan has always guarded the Drykas mysteries," he said, and it was true; it was known. Sapphire for magic, Opal for healing, Topaz for law, Amethyst for animals, Emerald for hunting, Ruby for crafts, and Diamond, Daithi's own clan, for war. "You will surely be a great warrior in time." He certainly hoped so. Sama'el had traveled farther than most of his people, both against his will and for a purpose. Cyphrus was dangerous, but so was everywhere else. The Drykas would all need to be strong and united to maintain their lifestyle, their culture. "Well, you are safely home now. Perhaps someday we can spar or something. I'll need all your clan to keep me in shape." Then he grinned. Though fierce at his duty, he was a joyful young man at heart, and in the safety of Endrykas, his smiles were common and contagious. |