"I am certain we were attacked on the return trip, though we no longer seem to be in the desert," Tazendra glanced around to affirm that this was not the desert near Roalie. "As for how we arrived here, or the manner of our stasis, I haven't the least idea. It can't have been too long, however."

Of course, Tazendra's definition of 'too long' was a bit skewed by her long lifespan. She frowned.

"Though 'too long' may weigh on what that villain Kalki is planning."