She labored for breath. With an effort, she moderated her tone; he was ill, and harsh words never helped sickness. Young men and fools, Nandera said suddenly to no one in particular, sometimes bear pain they do not have to as a badge of their pride. Filled with relief that she would have Chesa tonight, Egwene donned the stole and fled almost before the woman finished.
I'm sorry, he said. Nisao flashed a glare of what could only be called distaste, but said nothing. Like her father, he was the sort of man who made you believe there was no cause for panic whatever the situation. I'm grinning because you've given me very good news, he said, touching her cheek.
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