Chapter 121

I wanted to know how they knew.

The order burned itself into my mind: do not question the women. I wanted desperately to ask, but I was forbidden by my owners. The women would tell me whatever they wished, but probably not at my prodding.

"You are so silent, slave," Nu-reeh commented as my men climbed toward us.

She seemed to be testing my resolve about not speaking.

Master Damien came to stand beside me and placed a hand on my shoulder. The reassurance felt good. I was safe now that my family was here.

"The slave does not wish to anger you, Mistress," Master Damien said politely.

"Wise decision," the large woman said turning away. "Care for your Masters this evening, slave. They will be punished in the morrow."

The women walked swiftly away down the corridor and my men stood around me watching them go.

"Interesting," Christof commented.

The internal conversation was fast and repetitive. I wanted to know how Nu-reeh kn