Finally, they reached the south gates of the city. What stretched beyond was the biggest and most dangerous desert in the world. At least here absolute darkness was somewhat dispersed by the faint glimmer of stars.

Taine spotted a tiny figure rushing over the dunes a hundred rals away. He had to be careful not to lose it. The wind started to blow across the desert, making all the scents disappear. Taine glanced over his shoulder to make sure Cala was still following and started running across the warm sand.