“The other Asha’man can do that,” Androl said. “We don’t have to.” “What?” Canler said, scowling. “You’re going to disobey?” “No,” Androl said. “He said this is for men who didn’t have any other orders. We do. Back at the start of the battle he told us to watch for Taim’s lackeys and to do something about them.” “I’m not sure he remembers that order, Androl,” Emarin said, rubbing his chin. “And I don’t know that if he did remember, he’d want us to follow it now. He seems pretty intent on that scepter.” “He gave us the order nonetheless,” Androl said.

