Chapter 6

Jonas knew his life had been forever changed by a single sip of water. And now, he was being led to the place where his true fate awaited: the circle of fire that was the tribal council.Jonas was escorted across the prairie. The morning mist clung thick to his hair and tattered coat, sending chills through his body, but the cold was nothing compared to the weight pressing in his chest. He had no idea where he was being taken. All he could hear was the relentless pounding of hooves around him, like war drums escorting a man to his execution.When the sun finally rose above the horizon, the riders came to a halt. Before Jonas stretched a wide valley; in the center burned a great circle of fire. Dozens of Apache elders sat in a ring, and behind them stood hundreds of warriors, armed and watchful. The sound of wind flutes echoed in the air, blending with deep, rhythmic drums. The entire scene radiated a sacred, solemn power, both majestic and terrifying.Jonas was pushed into the center of the ring. The rope around his wrists bit into his skin, and his boots touched the red earth, still damp with dew. Every eye locked onto him—eyes filled with suspicion, anger, and even contempt.A silver-bearded elder rose to his feet, voice sharp and commanding:"You, white man, you touched the daughter of the tribe. The old law is clear: anyone outside our blood who lays hands on one of ours bears the mark of shame. What have you to say for yourself?"Jonas took a deep breath and raised his head. His voice was rough, but rang clear:"Last night, I saw her dying in a ravine. I could not walk away. I gave her water. I dressed her wounds. If saving a life is a crime, then I accept it. But I shamed no one."A wave of murmurs rolled through the circle. Many eyes burned with fury. Another elder growled:"You speak lies to escape judgment! Who will stand and bear witness for you? Who will stand and bear witness for you?"

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