She didn't trust the intruder. They had treated travelers to their land badly and that was against the Mother's way. I would appreciate it," Jonayla said, with a long suffering expression. Jonayla took her pup into the tent with Cambarre that night; Durcan took his black wolf pup into his tent. "We have two wounded men and five women with us and we need help. I guess I'd been silent for so long that it was easier to remain so. All during this time Dula had been watching Ayla. Honey is what we need most for this type of wound," Ayla said. Ayla wanted the Clan men to watch along Long Valley, a treeless valley that stretched for as far as the eye could see from sunrise to sunset. Who are you? Cambarre was worried about the horses. She didn't want to admit her feelings for this man. She could see bundles of dried grass stored up in a loft area within the structure at the back of the corral area. 'A fish.' ", Ayla hugged her daughter delighted at the news. You get first choice.". The custom the Clan had of avoiding direct queries was so long-standing, it had become a law in ancient times. Even now, he thought, after two children, her body had recovered completely from childbirth and she stood before him proud, without conscious effort. Then placing the stem between Jondalar's lips, she then removed her fingertip, allowing the infusion to enter his mouth. ", "You forget my mother trained Gray. It was late afternoon when Durcan walked to the edge of the Ninth Cave's camp with his friends. His close relatives and then his friends from his home cave would be first in line. It was a deer; she hadn't gotten a good look but she thought it was a buck. She didn't want to think about that, she wanted to think about this Zelandoni leader taking the fight to Skytalker and driving him away. ", "I count thirty-six summers, I believe. ", Joharran held up his hand to signal a halt. "Then Cold Moon comes, (December). Finally, both of them sated and unable to stand up much longer, Ayla slumped into Jondalar's arms, then they slowly disengaged to float back to the sandy little beach to lie side by side, in a luxuriant afterglow of shared pleasure. That's when Star began to howl his frustration at being tied up. ''I honestly don't know. "Well, I will readily admit that you have learned your craft. She was convinced this bundle of fur would be with her as a companion, maybe for the rest of her life. ", "Yes." Durcan had been trained by his parents to always be aware of his surroundings and to be prepared for anything. Their pole-drag, holding the dead body of the gutted cave lion, was being pulled by a very nervous horse. he signed. The zesty mint morning tea reminded her of Jondalar and she asked Proleva if she knew where he was. "At first our leader listened to him but soon she started asking questions, 'Why did we need to exterminate all flatheads?' I know that the Donier of Elder Hearth is endowed with great intelligence as well as experience and would also make a good leader. "Yes, both are fine, although last winter we lost Ahnlay, Hochaman's mate. Whoop!" She thought to herself what it must have been like. No one would listen to me so I ran. She pointed eastward. On the other, if she had told any of the Zelandonii about him she risked being shunned. ", "Yes," Dula signed and knelt beside the prostrate hunter. Now mated, Cambarre and Jonayla walked together out of the open area to make room for the next couple. They wear clothes and what animal uses fire to cook their food? "The younger brother didn't know where in the forest the Spirit lived, but hoped to run into a wood-cutter who might know. He continued, "She even rode that lion in front of a whole Summer Meeting of the Mamutoi where we wintered the next year. Many of the panels in the Zelandonii dwellings were ancient and had been made by ancestors. It seems this deceitful trickster has ended up among the Chimu. He'd made threats and he knew that Brukeval would act on his threats if he felt himself crossed. Many, many thanks. She leaned forward and blew on the spark that was nestled in the fluff and a tiny flame flared up. He walked threateningly toward Ayla, then stopped when Jondalar rode up next to her. His arms and hands were bloody from butchering the animals. My daughter also has some exciting stories about catching horses and building a herd. Nodding water lilies poked their heads into the light as if seeking the sky urgently. Ralev and his troupe had been telling variations of this story and others all summer long since their arrival. "Ayla," he said quietly, "You're not going to like this" his voice trailed off as he frowned in worry. It had been a very busy morning for the Donier helpers. She realized that since Marthona's death, he'd stopped doing many of the things he had done before. Jonayla swallowed her frustration and sat upon Gray, gritting her teeth and waiting for events to unfold. ", Jondalar shouted in surprise, "I knew you looked familiar. He could see and smell two strange male horses and one female. "I was adopted by our Clan's Medicine Woman who was first among all the Medicine Women in the eastern clans. I must go now.". Her body was tense and her head ached but she remained in her bedroll. He was bitten in the throat." I just wish we lived at the same cave," Folrian said wistfully, looking up at the boy who was a year older than her. Groog squinted, looking down the trail concentrating on a movement. Quickening his pace, Groog held up his spear and shouted. ", "Yes, there should be a wealth of material for me this winter. It was eerie. "Lorala." "No matter what you decide to do, I know it will be for the best. Jonayla had to satisfy herself with the fact that her charge would probably never be a horse person, but at least they wouldn't have to drag him on a pole-drag all the way to the north. "I'm not saying that he loved me like Jondalar does. Let's get back in the water and I'll wash it off for you." Willamar was the first to spot them. Brukeval remained silent as he listened to the retreating steps of his enemy. Jonayla turned back to Groog and continued, "The Wolf Moon, (January), is the moon cycle when the snow is coldest and deepest, the wolf packs howl and are at their hungriest. Jonayla showed Cambarre where to dig the hole that would hold the grave marker. She paused for a moment, then concluded, "But, I kept some of his ashes". So you see, it seemed at first that a Great Spirit had returned to us." Anyone who could call birds, horses and wolves to do their bidding was more powerful than anyone he'd ever known. He'd persuaded her with the argument that it would be better if she were near Groog to help Jonayla protect him and the other Zelandoni in case they ran into trouble. How could this be happening? 1. I was thinking this would look good in the Ninth's Zelandoni dwelling. Mongar stood very still, full of indecision. "I did? Now, in The Plains of Passage, Ayla's story continues. As I've already said, he has meditated over this issue for some time and is certain that this should be done." I have complete confidence in you, I know you'll come up with a way to make the others see what's needed and I'm not just saying that because you're my mother, I'm saying it because I know it's the truth.". Sometimes when a big story was being told, one that had been announced during the day, they would build a huge bonfire and walk around it, speaking many parts using a group of storytellers. "No, I think not. She wasn't sure what to make of this woman who obviously commanded both women and men of her own kind. When Jonayla had completed the preparation of the infusion, Ayla washed the boy's wounds with it and applied a liberal coating of honey, then wrapped the last of the woven cloth she had with her around the boy's torso. Just let me go. ", "No, I was not of high rank, but I was adopted by the Mog-ur of our Clan whose sibling, Iza, was first among Medicine Women throughout all the Clan to the east and she taught me. At least that's always been my experience with them. That is all I have to say for now.". The night was so silent. There were murmurs of agreement at the Third's statement. Jonayla knew that this man was different, but not knowing what a moon cycle was well, she'd never actually thought about what a moon cycle was either. "Alright, Durcan it is. Just then their attention was taken by a distant cry, a cry of the wilderness, a wolf's call to its mate. As Groog approached the men he greeted them with raised hand. To hear stories directly from the legendary couple - first hand - would add much to his standing in the community of storytellers. She could read the relief in the cave leader's eyes as she bid him farewell. I just finished The Earths Children series. Or rather, it would be wonderful to be alone together without worrying about being murdered by bad men and without making my mother cry. What questions did you want to ask me? Willamar was holding Melodene snugly now, telling her he was just being certain she wouldn't fall. Until she finds a mate of her own she can cook for me and help to care for my dwelling." "Certainly daughter, sit." Yes. It is a wonderful experience to have a trusting little ball of fur following one around.". The water passed over the slab of rock at less than a foot's depth, although at a furious rate. Without the broad descriptions of landscapes and the repetitive mother's song I truly enjoyed this book from beginning to end. It was an honor to be chosen to serve, but at that moment he felt only nervous fear. I didn't know what to think when I saw just your head above water. Females that knew their own minds tended to have that effect on men. I'll just leave, I promise. "Some of the people said that all they knew were the ways of the sea and how to harvest the ocean's bounty. No longer were there taunts about flatheads or about his mother's past. Even with a mending leg he could resist Ayla's most strenuous effort to remove him from the cave opening. Putting those thoughts aside, she looked down at the man of the Others. The group had traveled through the rough terrain, meeting up with each other on the far side of the broken ground only to discover their Zelandoni hadn't made it through. Ayla decided that she would make a special trip back here on her way to the Nineteenth Cave's Summer Meeting place next year. They began to enter the hustle and bustle of the Summer Meeting and as they passed people there was a hush and activities stopped as people turned to stare. Then she and her mother took the post to the shelter. I'm sure that people riding horses would alarm them, but I think if the horses are kept far enough away it shouldn't frighten them too much.". The loud young female of the Others, who had been there before, jumped from the back of one of the horses and the two women embraced. "I just was asking if they were well." He fought the urge to reach out and touch this one's silky golden hair. Jonayla commented on the tea, it was a delightful mix of dried and crushed basil licorice leaves and linden flower. Jean M. Auel Books Overview The Clan of the Cave Bear This novel of awesome beauty and power is a moving saga about people, relationships, and the boundaries of love. It had taken almost a decade to catch enough colts and fillies then time for them to reach enough maturity for the people's use. Ralev said. It answered so many hanging questions from the earlier books. She was getting older but had lost none of her attractiveness as far as he was concerned. "I trust you with my life. The tall blonde Donier asked, as she stood to greet the morning. ", "That little wolf is a real looker Ayla," Jondalar said. She was worth waiting for and he should have controlled his urges with her. It was a clear early spring day and it looked as if they could see forever. That was a time when so much was still to be experienced. It was a sight they hadn't seen before. His burning forehead cooled and his restless young body quieted. He was thinking ahead and smiling. ', "Yes, I can see you already know what to do, so I'll stop nagging." After all, people do mature and I felt I owed it to the character to let her grow up, though I did try to remain faithful to her selfless attitude and honest personality. Jonayla blurted out, "But father, this is my home, the only place I've ever lived. "I hope there's still a way through. They didn't make a fire when they reached their tent in the dark that night. Yes, there needs to be a book of closure. He felt fear and uncertainty. He was the First Zelandoni's mate, he'd seen him many times during the Summer Meetings, but never from this close. ", Ayla was sitting amongst friends at the lake shore. For now she would continue to keep him as cool as possible and try to draw out the evil that was festering in his wound. ", Ayla and Jondalar's expressions turned from interest to concern as their children told their tale. Those you call 'flatheads' are also searching the forests for Jonayla and Cambarre. It is funny to see grown men and women stop what they're doing to pay attention to us. The Clan of the Cave Bear and its sequels are prehistoric fiction about Ayla, a Cro-Magnon orphan with light-colored hair and eyes who grows up among Neanderthals with dark hair and eyes, but wants to find others who look like her. The sun was slanting into late morning before the two women saw the smoke from Hilltop holding. Ayla wasn't too disappointed with the outcome of the meeting. Is this true or was she mistaken?". He has always been a big healthy man and I know he will get better," Ayla said firmly. Then I will tell you about our people so you won't feel so alone." "Slowly move forward, and when you get close enough so you can pet it, slowly put your hand out with the fingers together. If your Shaman doesn't want to talk to us, then we will look for someone else from your people who will and we will take Brukeval there as our prisoner.". Ayla only nodded and kept looking straight ahead as if in a trance, not really taking in her surroundings. They finished their tea. That we would have children and that I would be the proud provider for those children.". She signed an apology, but then went on to tell him in his own language that she and her man would follow them willingly. Jonayla slowly led the colt out and handed the lead rope to Camma. "That was a good shot. 5. It was done using very thin strips of boiled sinew. I don't want another mate but I would be grateful to stay with you for the rest of my life. He folded the rawhide ground cover preparing to meet her. Im still hoping, tho. Do you know? A Novel Jean M. Auel Crown: 768 pp., $30 It's been 31 years since readers were introduced to Ayla, a 5-year-old orphaned Cro-Magnon girl adopted by Neanderthals in "The Clan of the Cave Bear,". 'No, that isn't what they should be feeling, they shouldn't fear me,' she thought in despair. Cambarre was chagrined. Do you think she will really want one?" "You would take this woman in?". A silent Ayla allowed her daughter to wash and coat her wounds with honey and rewrap her wound using her spare tunic as bandage. Then she looked at her daughter who was sprawled on the ground looking at her, wild-eyed with horror. ", Ayla replied, "Still a bit sore, but improving. It took us two days longer than we planned to get here because of the rock fall and we're running short on provisions. "Yes, we have been hearing stories about confrontations across the river to the north of us, but this is the first time we've become involved in it," the Donier said as he knelt down to have a closer look at the man the First Zelandoni was tending. Your mother also gave up any chance of ever seeing him again by coming with me to my home, a trip that took almost a year to complete. Cambarre stopped her, "I'll get the fire going. Jonayla removed the halters and carry baskets and led them to the nearby stream to drink. "May I try it on? Jonayla didn't respond, she just kept riding silently, looking straight ahead. Looking around the open area in front of the cave she asked her companion, "Zelandoni, did you communicate to everyone that we might stay through the night? My responsibility is difficult at times, I wouldn't want yours." What if she would want them back before she leaves? Ralev leaned close to the boy and whispered, "What did you think about my story Durc? They also built a new hearth area so someone could always be there by taking turns to fulfill a supervision responsibility through the winter. ", "Yes, I understand. Mounting Summer Child, Ayla rode down to New Lake to be alone for a time. It was a very domestic scene and it surprised Ayla at first. "I have a dress tunic. At least something would be done and this was better than just Jondalar and herself traveling into a potentially violent situation. But she didn't want to risk a baby by a man who was not her mate. I can tell you that when Jondalar and I first rode horses into this region there were many frightened people watching us. Her eyes widened in surprise as she recognized Jonayla and then her handsome companion. "I agree with the southern Doniers, I will support you Zelandoni and I agree with whatever your course of action turns out to be." It is almost like The Great Earth Mother had a hand in guiding you here at this moment in time. This place had been the third cave of the Chimu, but now they would refer to it as the 'skull cave'. Now, because the Mother had told Her children about the importance of men in conceiving children, everything had changed and her daughter had to worry about things that used to be easy and pleasant. Ayla spent some time with the boy; she wanted him to understand that they were special friends. If a man with a spearthrower threw with all his might, and then walked to the spear he had thrown, then threw it again and repeated this thirty more times, that is how far the water from the sea came into the land. As an Amazon Associate, I earn money from qualifying purchases. I love you Jonayla. He is already very inquisitive and has caught a mouse in our lodge, so that is what we are calling him. She had slowed Summer Child to a walk and when she saw Jondalar coming she stopped and waited for him. She said this in a commanding voice, a tone of voice that she was becoming more and more accustomed to using. Groog did believe her. Maybe this Medicine Woman of the Others who was also supposed to be a Mog-ur, might accept the use of this new medicinal. Rubio had heard the stories from traders visiting the valley. I don't know what they will do. "At Sacred Mountain, when I was chosen, and the Mother spoke to us - you might have felt her voice - the earth trembled.". "You set everything up? I've seen it happen myself.". ", Jondalar smiled, "You are something more than an ordinary female Ayla. So when Armuna tried to seduce him, he just took his pleasure with her against her will, hurting her when she tried to resist. Dusk was falling as Cambarre eased himself into a more comfortable position. She knelt over her mate, washing the wound with an infusion of blue lobelia, lion's tooth root and honey for what seemed like the hundredth time. As Rubio thought about these things, he began to realize why the sacred place was so important to his people, why his Cave had taken such effort to keep everything repaired and ready for use. Sacred Mountain consists of two unique ranches. The man was about to argue further when five of the hunters with her walked their horses forward, towering over him. The moon was high above now and shining full. Rocks tumbled down the mountainside in a mass of dust swirling in the air. For once Jonayla remained silent, but she smiled contentedly. It was only the boy child 'Durc', bringing in the carrying baskets and their other travel gear. This is hard to believe. Ayla had noticed that the procession had not run across any fresh human tracks to indicate that any group of people had traveled the river trail recently, so she was pretty sure that they would be the first group to reach Old Valley from the southern route. 'Mother and daughter,' Rubio thought, 'they look so much alike, one younger than the other but both sat strong and proud upon their horses.' I wanted to convince you I wasn't, but I soon learned your only interest in me WAS that you thought I was a mixture. Hidden near the summit, facing away from the valley below, was a cave. The Third looked worried. "You'll see, he has done many things to prove his power and he will not be happy to be summoned. You can only see it from where we're standing and if we break off some branches we could cover that small opening as well.". He's more important to me than my own life. Then he heard a voice call his name. High quality Sacred Mountain-inspired gifts and merchandise. Having been told these troublemakers were only twenty or so strong, I thought a combined party of seventy hunters would be enough. "We were chasing flatheads. Please tell me.". Ayla had been able to get to know them over shared meals and she liked the leader and his mate - and of course Rubio, their son. "What do you mean Joharran? Ayla looked at those sitting around the Zelandonia dwelling, catching the eyes of each. "You should be grateful that I'm leaving you here, instead of with the Chimu. Would she have been able to stand up to him? "I just saw the young ones leaving. This way they would hopefully be able to take on the animal from multiple directions or at the very least confuse it. Jondalar had to admit that he was tired and Ayla made him lie down on their furs while the rest of them made camp. I", Cambarre jumped up and pulled Jonayla to her feet as she was speaking and hugged her fiercely. From the look on both of their faces it was too late to try to suggest any alternatives. This is a time when people don't venture away from their home caves if they can help it. A short time later, after a light morning meal, mother and daughter were walking side by side up the slight incline to the mouth of Sacred Mountain's opening and then down the gallery to Revelation Chamber. A sea she'd never seen. She now called it her Dreaming Tea as the tea often took her on 'Dream Journeys'. They soon left, following her through the large sprawling gathering of people. The only reason for leaving the main cave area now would be to tend to the horses' needs or to get firewood from the wood cache and if it was a clear day, check the snares for small animals to add fresh meat to their diet. But it kept growing - and it was at this point Auel realised the saga fell neatly into six books. Chapter 11 Ayla led the way, with Jondalar at her side. The young couple had erected their travel tent and laid out the circle of stones to contain their campfire and had even gathered wood for the fire the day before. "It is Wolf, or at least it is the best representation of Wolf that my memory could produce. He nodded to her and she filled cups with tea and handed them around. She'd been fasting all day and the enticing aromas made her mouth water. Look at me! The Clan used name cycles too but not tied to the moon, theirs referred to the people and the age of a person or place. Maybe it had made him reckless because he'd confronted her, but he hadn't been able to frighten her. But I'm only interested in a man that is only interested in me. Ayla stood up and signaled firmly for quiet, telling them to take the horses to the far side of the campsite, adding the imperative so they knew it wasn't a casual request. Tormaden returned with a rope and then helped Ayla and Kimadar to get the inert Clan man out of the pit. Ayla picked up her travel pack and slung it over her shoulder then moved silently out from behind the fallen tree to follow the man who was disappearing into the trees a few lengths ahead of her. "Is Camma not here?". "I feel that we have been friends for a long time now. "Yes my son, forgive me for stating the obvious, I'll try not to do it again." "Yes, young Acolyte, I will support your mother. Camma stood and greeted Ayla, hands held out to take hers. At this close range he could see something deep within her eyes, something ancient, almost primeval; not all-together human he decided and recoiled. Where there was one, there may be another. It is only a few hours ride and Jonayla and Durcan will be able to put their little gift into her hands before mid-day tomorrow. The light of excitement shown from Ayla's eyes, making her look beautiful, and so alive. To make her family whole again, she must find a way. Jondalar also added his appreciation, saying, "That story sounds strangely familiar. It isn't normal that a person should be so sick so soon and from just a few scratches. All of the Zelandonii were shaken by what they had found in the cave. Brukeval barked. By then there were other people coming to the lake to bathe or bringing their horses to the water. "It is nice to be away from all the problems for a bit, just the two of us. "That's good," Jonayla said approvingly. Groog looked at his Mog-ur, the man that would train him to one day be Mog-ur in his own right. I will make you comfortable, cook and clean and help wherever I can. I think that the trials I overcame in my life have made me stronger and the experiences - including the birth of my eldest son Durc - have made me who I am today. A large plate had been filled with choice portions of food from the prepared feast, including choice slices of bison. "I am the change!" Each member of the community would be required to transport a portion of the construction materials back with them on their family's pole-drag, to be stored in a rock lined pit within the abri that housed them all. "Greetings mother, greetings Folara," she said, still sounding full of sleep. In the end, nothing was resolved that day. But you're right, you should get your own pup. She knew that Joharran had suffered over his brother's condition. Her daughter looked at the egg and the carrot and then at her mother. Without hunting skills a man couldn't provide for his family and would have to rely on the support of others. "Ah, I see you're still at it 'Ayla.' 'It has been days and days since you left us and I thought I'd never see you again! Set him on the ground.". Many of her readers say they have reread the series over and over again in order to re-live the Ayla experience. ", "Yes," Cambarre said, "she followed our trail south and found us at the Nineteenth Cave. Still unwilling to earn his place, he resorts to illusion and through Brukeval, intimidation.". She did have a horrible time and maybe this will heal her.". The only reason we walked this time was to maintain the Mog-ur's dignity. "I had the totem of the Cave Lion, which is unusual for a female, but it led me to become, 'The Woman Who Hunts'. Brog fixed the cave leader with a stony stare. Durg brought up the rear. "Jonayla, since you and Cambarre are here, maybe you two could give us a day and help us with our spearthrower from horseback proficiency? "I don't know if it is or not, but I do know that I would feel such relief and happiness if you do as you propose. She'd done that, he thought; she'd done that without question. She develops the abilities of lighting fire quickly and befriending with animals. No! The grass that grew on the valley floor had been virtually untrodden all summer long and now rippled in the breeze in golden waves as if it were an ocean. She has the power to do this. Brukeval shoved Ayla hard so that she fell over the pole-drag. The Land of Painted Caves: Earth's Children, Book Six by Auel, Jean M. $4.11. His totem mark was the Bison; it stood out on his left cheek. Duroban climbed down from the rock and called to the other side of the trail, "Stay and continue to watch, I'll be back as soon as I have delivered these people to our leader." Dawn broke over the mountain late, the bulk of the peak blocking the early morning rays. Her mate is a lucky man to have such an attractive woman.". But all I've experienced is great joy in my work. Although her mother had always said that children who were of mixed essence were still children, many didn't feel that way. It was at that moment she heard a gasp from behind her and looked around at the prostrate man. I don't want any man's child until he's my mate. "Zelandoni, here is the fresh infusion you asked for," the Donier from the south held out a wooden bowl full of an acrid smelling astringent. Bullies and thieves are never satisfied. he said loudly. It was still amazing to see one of the Other's talking so proficiently. This cave is part of me now. Jonayla sighed. 28. Her revenge was thwarted when the man mixed with his companions and the group scattered into the woods. I was taught how to make the sacred memory draught. How about that! 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