Zelandra

Lady Zelandra swung her fine long legs over the bedclothes and came to her feet.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

White fire erupted before the Cimmerian's eyes as Zelandra jerked the amulet free.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

The Lady Zelandra raised her palms to it, as though holding it aloft.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

The Lady Zelandra fell back among her pillows as if in a faint, then sat up abruptly, twisting one hand in the air.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

Zelandra nodded, taking her hands from her face but keeping her eyes lowered.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

"At last," whispered the Lady Zelandra in a small, dry voice.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

He reined up alongside the Lady Zelandra, who led the small caravan on her roan.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

Zelandra jogged to Conan's side, her silver-threaded hair bouncing with her movements.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

Still, go to the house of Lady Zelandra and keep watch over the gates.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995

Zelandra bent in her saddle, digging a hand into her baggage.

Conan and the Emerald Lotus Hocking, John 1995