The chayani and the caciques were fasting still, as well as some of the clan delegates.
Twelve days had passed, and it was the last day of official penance.
That evening something was sure to occur to relieve the situation.

So everybody thought at the Tyuonyi; so Shotaye thought herself.

But she felt more than usually excited and worn out.

It was not fear; it was the natural longing of a soul replete with energy and activity to see a matter ended that kept her in suspense.

In regard to Say Koitza she felt perfectly reassured; the woman had not shown herself at her cave, and must feel quiet, cautious, and careful.
When the sun rose on the fourth day, it found Shotaye just about to take her morning meal.