human
Meltor, said the princess,
gpt
I have kept a secret of yours for many moons--a secret that, were I to divulge it to a certain nobleman, would cost you your life. Am I right?
human
Did the daughter of Urim, he said dryly,
gpt
The nobleman, too, would like to forget. But he cannot--until his daughter is avenged.
human
It is not a secret to remember, Alurna said smoothly.
gpt
I want very much to forget it. And if you will help me, Meltor, I promise never again to remind you of it.
human
What is it you want me to do?
gpt
Deep within the jungle beyond the Gate of the Setting Sun, is an old abandoned house of stone. It was there Rydob, the hermit, lived for uncounted years. Do you know the place?
human
Yes, I know where it is. Nobody goes there since Rydob's bones were found on his own door-step.
gpt
Yes, Alurna said contemptuously.
human
They fear Rydob more after his death than when he lived. I hope you are different, Meltor.
gpt
I am not afraid, daughter of Urim.
human
Good! I knew I could count on you. Now listen to me carefully; there must be no mistakes.