Rojuun Page 7

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  As she sat braiding her hair, Liselle studied Tathan’s garb, not realizing he had just done the same with her. It was dark and foreign to her eyes. The leather jacket he wore was pure black with runes down the front opening. It had no other markings or even seams. It was the jacket he had worn when fighting off the riders, yet there wasn’t a drop of blood on it or even a stain.

  The leggings were dark brown, made of a material she didn’t recognize. Thin bands at the ankles kept them tightly wrapped. The tunic was black with brown leather sewn in a way that was alien to her eyes. His black leather shoes fit his feet tightly. In fact, all of his clothing was tight. She realized he made no noise whenever he moved.

  Other than that, he was tall with short, black, curly hair. His face was handsome, she supposed, or could be if he would smile occasionally. She wondered what had caused him to be so dark and jumpy.

  “Tathan, the way you fought was unlike anything I’ve ever seen. Where did you learn that?”

  “That’s a long story, Cousin.”

  “I’d like to hear it. You can tell me as we ride.” She finished the braid and moved toward her horse.