Marie Chapter 16 - The Council

In which Allan Quatermain and his companions prepare for a perilous diplomatic mission to Dingaan’s court, amidst tensions stirred by promises, old grievances, and the prospect of marriage bound by both law and heartfelt affection. The council convenes to debate the risks ahead, revealing the complexities of loyalty, fear, and the uneasy trust between Boers and Zulus under the shadow of impending journey.