Dohuku and Fin Del traveled along the Sluvoo; Dohuku swimming, and Fin Del running at his top speed. They were traveling for hours, when they realized that they could go no further. They were exhausted, and they decided to sleep for a couple of hours.
Meanwhile, Montissiya was conversing with one of the flying creatures with the Javelin. This creature is a Ciliyo, and these were the Hilaku. Montissiya was told that she needed to talk to Diyuhama, the Admiral of this group.
Diyuhama told her that one of his Scouts had seen them go in. He knew that she had been attacked, and that Montissiya was seeking help with Konowich. Diyuhama assembled his troops at the foot of the forest, as he knew that Konowich was also a double-dealer. Diyuhama could only hope that they could escape so he could help.
"So, why are you helping us? Our tribes have never gotten along, some even considered us enemies!" Montissiya stated, obviously somewhat shocked.
"This may be true, but we have never even thought of attacking you. We are not friends, but I would never let those scum defeat you completely. Please, Elder, consider us allies!" He had a smile on his face, as he extended his hand. She took it and shook it. He pulled his arm back, and the smile faded; he was serious again. "My greatest fears may yet come to pass. If they find out about you and they realize that we are helping you, we will all be eliminated. Nevertheless, as you know, the Hilaku is a large tribe. I have my most agile messenger out to the Hilaku High Guard, where our Leader will learn of your current state. If all goes well, we could have the entire Hilaku army out to bring us to safety. For now, we have this group of 42 soldiers to hold our own. We can also supply you with some weapons to defend yourselves. Nothing special, but it may just save your lives...
"Once those 10 Griffins, and 5 Souhari don't return to Kiyu-Su-Lu, reinforcements will surely arrive. We must be prepared to battle, if needed.
When Dohuku awoke, it was once again nighttime. He woke Fin Del, and they set off. Dohuku was trying to figure out how far it would be before they reached the Shlou Lake. He was determined to get the "True Power." After traveling for three more hours, they saw it. The point where the Sluvoo forks into the Shlou. Now they had to find some clues as to where the "True Power" could be found.
