Thread: Ishi's Travels

It was hot in the desert, and those that lived there became use to the beating of the sun on their brow. Ishi had arrived with the workers before the Foreman had arrived. Thankfully, he had not gone near the berry bushes, which meant that perhaps she would be able to salvage the plants. Rinya had stopped his weeding just long enough to give her a questioning look. She simply nodded to him lightly and proceeded to check on those picking fruits from the orchard, then on to the vegetable patch as she walked up and down the rows looking for any plant with a brown spot or two. When she found one, she would kneel and put her hands around it until the heat left her hands and she knew it was healed. Standing, she moved on to the next one until the field was done. It was just before noon when she arrived at the berry patch. She had just tended to the smashed vines, restoring them to their healthy state, when the voice of the Foreman was behind her. The Master commented on how wonderful and juicy the fruit had become under your care, Ishi. He said that never had the plants of Demaru ever been so sweet. The Foreman paused to the let the words sink in. Of course, he commended ME for keeping things running so smoothly. Ishi stood and turned to the Foreman. And never has there been one so eager to take credit for someone else's work. The Foreman and Ishi had a long history together. He was 10 years older than her and had taken it upon himself to be her guardian of sorts. At least thats what he liked to call himself. He was a sloppy, dirty, sweaty man that thought because he looked after the slaves, he could take liberties with them. But Ishi had always managed to keep him at arms length. Perhaps because they both knew that the Master had favored her since she was brought here. Strange things seemed to occur whenever she was a child. Things that could only be directed towards her and some strange power she had over certain things, like plants. It amazed and terrified those around her, except her fellow siblings. I am glad the Master is pleased with the gardens. It is my only hope that he would be. She said simply, as she started to walk towards the mulberry bushes, hoping he would go away. But the foreman was angry, You take too many liberties with me, Ishi. I have the Master's ear, one word from me and you can be transferred to the dung heap. How would you like to shovel shit all day long? You wouldn't be so high and might then, would you? He called after her. But turned with a scowl and left. Soon, the sun was directly overhead and Ishi left the fields to eat at her hut. She had a basket of vegetables and fruits in a small basket as she came into the hut. But her eyes became big as saucers when she saw the transformation. The basket fell to the floor, scattering the food. She could feel her heart beating fast, terrified...not understanding what had happened to her small sanctuary. Wha....what have you done?!! She wailed. Where did you get these things? The Master will be furious. Her terrified eyes darted towards him. You will get us beaten.. or worse killed!!! She who had never given her Master a moment of worry, was now terrified he'd find out and punish her severely.