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 Peace-Renown’s parting from Maxim was indeed difficult. Though she tried her best not to show it, she left him with the almost certain expectation that he would meet his death. Stealthily kissing him and pressing his hand warmly, she ran out of the tent after her father.

Maxim was left alone in the boyar’s tent his heart beating in a confusion of emotions, joy, fear and hope.