Venison Chapter 6

Part 1: Jashar departs; Onset of the Murrain

The next morning dawned and brightened, rivaling the previous day's glorious weather, suggesting a replay that would finally succeed in reuniting Faran with his love. When Jashar moved stiffly from his table-bed, Faran asked him whether he felt well enough to travel. Jashar, waving his stout walking stick, dismissed his concerns out of hand. “An old man…