Cadsuane

I've heard of such things"Cadsuane Melaidhrin supposedly had one, or so rumor said" but I've never seen the like.

Knife of Dreams Jordan, Robert, 1948- 2005

If Cadsuane had had to make a wager, she would have called Kiruna pleased at the praise and surprised at being pleased.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

Abruptly the glow of the Power winked out, and she turned her head away from Cadsuane so swiftly that her long black hair swung.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

Her expression was as hard to read as the face of a statue, but Cadsuane suspected that Alanna would find an unpleasant surprise the next time she let her temper flare, or threw one of her Arafellin sulks.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

Three Aes Sedai stood waiting to one side among the massive square columns of dark marble, in front of tall, pale friezes depicting battles no doubt important to Cairhien, but Cadsuane ignored the women for the time being.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

As the servants with the cloaks and trays bowed and curtsied themselves off, Cadsuane finally turned to the three sisters among the columns.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

The woman's companions could be dismissed, but Cadsuane herself was a legend, and even the believable parts of the legend made her very dangerous indeed.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

Cadsuane spoke to her quietly, asking after a room where she might work her embroidery hoop undisturbed, and the woman did not blink at the request.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

"I would have been faster, Sorilea, but —" She saw Cadsuane then, and her cheeks went the deepest possible crimson.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998

Kumira opened her mouth to protest despite knowing her feelings, but Cadsuane went on, calm yet relentless.

The Path of Daggers Jordan, Robert, 1948- 1998