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Show 22 you are willing to sacrifice for it, the desires of your heart will be fulfilled?" At the sound of those words Nuiji thought of the little cave that saved him from his enemies. "Yes," he answered, "you told me those very words." "Then look to Supi and your people. They need you and your great love for them will help you see into their hearts. It is true one quest is over, but perhaps another has already begun." Nuiji's eyes brightened. "Could I one day become as you, oh ancient one?" The medicine man stood and walked around the fire. Putting his wrinkled hand on Nuiji's shoulder, he said, "Yes, my son, you show great promise. It will take time and the way will not be easy." The boy smiled. "When the way is easy, there is nothing to be learned. Tomorrow I begin a new quest." "It is good to think about tomorrow." the wise one replied. "But always remember our tomorrows are made better by what we did today and by what we keep in our hearts from yesterday." Nuiji was touched by those words and tears sprang to his eyes. "I will remember." he said slowly. He thanked the old man and walked back to his kiva. The night sounds of the mesa filled his ears, and he was content. ****** |