Durmast

'Now!' called Durmast and the wagoner gently released the brake.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

Durmast had told her to steer south-east until she reached the river.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

The sound of hooves on stone brought a curse from Durmast and sweeping up his bow, he ran to the sloping path.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

Then the Brotherhood leader rose to his feet and faced Durmast.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

Durmast leaned back, closing his eyes against the morning sun.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

In days of peace and plenty, the worthy townsfolk who now laughed and sang would bolt their doors against such as these; you could not have paid them enough to travel with Durmast.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

Taking her by the hand, he walked back to Durmast.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

The dawn broke bright and clear, but dark clouds loomed in the north and Durmast cursed loudly.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

Runners all of them, yet he felt pity for the families forced to trust a man like Durmast.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986

'Durmast will not harm her,' said Waylander, though his words were empty and filled more with hope than conviction.

Waylander Gemmell, David 1986