Nada the Lily Chapter 27 - The Stamping of the Fire

In which Umslopogaas's impi returns from a fierce battle with great spoil but lacking the prize they sought, and the bravery of the warriors is tested anew by Dingaan's perilous trial by fire. Meanwhile, the arrival of the Wolf-Brethren at the royal kraal stirs hopes and wary glances, as old bonds and fresh honours are put to the test beneath the gaze of the king.