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Isix and I dressed and returned to the Black Pyramid. My mother and sister were both smiling from ear to ear. Sis winked at me and raised her glass to our return. The old man didn't miss our arrival and locked eyes with Isix and he smiled and nodded to her. She gave me a hug and kissed my cheek. I took this as the old man giving her his blessing on leaving with me. Funny thing nonverbal communication, it can be complex as sign language or as simple as a single kiss. Isix gathered her few belongings when I mentioned that we would be leaving. As I waited I felt the kiss of the Phoenix Stone upon my brow, it was as if Bennu were telling me goodbye in her own unique fashion. I just hoped I proved worthy of her gift. Hell, after all the burdens / gifts laid at my feet I wondered why and if my inhuman lineage had anything to do with it all. Perhaps it was just coincidence but deep down I think I knew better. Isix reappeared from below with her silk bag of clothes and jewelry. "What are you going to do with the assassin," I asked the old man thinking of Brenda suddenly.