So the man who died today is the Chieftain son!" I said, in shock.
Kuma nodded her head "Yes, and unfortunately chief Hamni isn't prone to negotiate with those he's taken captive and with the death of his son. I doubt he'll make a rational decision regarding your execution." Kuma said, solemnly.
Suddenly her eyes lit up "Unless father you can sway his mind. Surely he'll listen to reason if it comes from you!" Kuma said, turning to her father with hopeful eyes.
Catching wind that I could be put to death, I turned to him with the same expression. "Please, I'm innocent, what crime have I committed to be sentenced to death!" I argued.
"I'm sorry my daughter is being rather presumptuous. Let's say I did believe your story which I still find far-fetched. Hamni has always been a stubborn man even when we were kids. If he's made up his mind to kill you then your death is already set in stone." Zahri said, coldly.
"So I just get put to death for being there!" I shouted, losing my temper.
"I'm sorry but there's nothing I can do for you." Zahri said.
"But father the spirits say-
"That's enough Kuma! Finish healing him then head back to town. I have to go check on Fatima, she's due any day now." Zahri said, abruptly exiting the room.
That bastard! "Hey, wait!" I yelled, still unable to break free from my restraints.
I could feel my heartbeat pounding against my chest. Getting mad won't get me out of here. I need to calm down and think of something. I closed my eyes and took a few deep breaths. After a few moments in a somber tone, Kuma apologized.
"I'm sorry I wish I could help you, the spirits say you're telling the truth." She said, tears welling up in her eyes.
Would I be able to shed tears like that for someone I just meant? I shook away the useless thought.
" Don't apologize, it's not your fault if anything, thank you for trying to help." I said, attempting to comfort her.
This womans been the only positive thing I've encountered in my short time here. "Earlier you said the spirits say I'm telling the truth. There are spirits in this world and you can communicate with them?" I questioned. Could they be the ones who brought me here?
Wiping away tears, Kuma nodded her head. "Yes, my people long ago saved one of the spirits. They've blessed our bloodline ever since, though our connection seems to be waning with each passing generation. I'm one of the few who've been blessed with the ability to communicate with them still but only when they want to." Kuma explained.
" Your people, you're not Mahnion?" I asked.
Kuma shook her head "No my father and I are Esai. Our people are allied with the empire but we do not serve under them. We serve no man but through mutual benefit have helped the Zelstreal household for the past two hundred years." Kuma said, with a serious expression that resembled her father's a little too much.
"I should tend to the rest of your wounds." Kuma stretched out one of her hands and suddenly a white light begin emitting from them.
I unconsciously flinched.
"Please, relax." She gently placed her hand on my forehead. My limbs simultaneously becoming numb, a sudden wave of peace washed over me.
"What is this?" I've never felt such relief. It was like every bit of built up anger and frustration I had dispersed.
"It's one of my people's healing techniques, it removes all tension from your body and spirit. Now please relax. I need to concentrate, your spirit and body are healed but I can feel the fear and anxiety deep within your mind. I know it's not much but I'd like to quell some of them for the time being." She said.
I had no objections. It was like suddenly my mind went numb and I didn't have a care in the world. After a few minutes I began slipping in and out of consciousness.