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around this island, and help transport the Almaya tribe on the
mainland to Dolphin Bay. The tribe needs to build a small
outpost at the bay to watch over their boats. The north shore is
the only safe way to walk, or to ride your horse to Dómpu City.
Mahucutah and Iqui Balam then need to lead the tribe to Dómpu
City, making sure everyone gets there safely. When they arrive
they can reoccupy the houses. Mahucutah can then help them
build stone corrals to house some of the horses they will be
riding. Now, I want to rest and eat then we will interrogate some
of our captives.”
“I will see that your orders are carried out,” Zotz said, then
added, “Kukulcán’s Pyramid has many doors in it, be sure you use
the one marked Aulue for your return to Earth.”
Later, after eating a big meal, Tital, Ronú, and Bardala went
to ask some questions of the Atoo warriors.
“Zotz, release Prince Togué, we will start with him first,” Tital
instructed.
Zotz brought the Prince inside the courtyard of the estate
that they were using as their headquarters. He walked up and
Tital used his special powers to lift him off the ground. He knew
this would intimidate the warrior without saying a word to him.
“When does your father, King Kaal, expect you to return to
your home?” Tital asked.
“I will not answer your question,” Prince Togué defiantly said.
“Very well, since Jonathan is not here, I can have Bardala, a
woman, turn you upside down and spin you around high up in
the air. I hope she doesn’t drop you!” Tital told him.
“My father, King Kaal, will pay you for my ransom. He will
pay you in gold and jade,” Prince Togué assured Tital.