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Show 130 "I need her here," Ahote said. "She's gone," Chua said. "You're no good for a sacrifice," Ahote said. "You bring nothing but trouble. You can't help me get to the fifth world." "Why do you need someone to help you get to the next world?" Chua asked. "The people from the south told me I need a sacrifice so the Gods will take me into the next world," Ahote said, spitting out the words. "We don't believe that," Chua said. "Are you so stupid that I have to explain everything to you?" Ahote said., "Yes," Chua said, nodding his head. "I need someone pure and innocent to get me there," Ahote said. "I can't get there by myself." "There's no one who is pure. We all make mistakes," Chua said. "You're wrong," Ahote said. He continued dancing and droning. "Soon there will be a new baby - pure and undefiled. Then I'll have a sacrifice." "No," gasped Chua. "No! You can't take my little brother." "Oh, yes I can," Ahote said. He had stopped dancing. "And you, worthless boy, will not stop me." He slapped Chua across the face. "Now get Apa for me." Chua didn't see the slap coming. He was upset at himself for standing so close to Ahote. He should know by now that Ahote hit him when he was angry. Clawing Eagle flapped his wings. Chua felt his strength. |
