with shame

''True, but I didn't steal it for gold'' Chel explained. ''You see, this is the god Tzekel-Kan offers most sacrifices to. And this statuette is what he just might consider to be his most prized possession. He boasted that whomsoever would dare to steal this would be smitten by the gods themselves. I realised that if someone were to actually steal this and get away with it, it would be a massive blow for his authority.''

Lara put one arm on her cheast and one on her labia, tried to get cover at least a little. Talking about politics naked, with other girl full clothed isn't too support for focus.

"That is great news, but I don't know how I could be help you? I'm outsider and my skin color inform everyone about that. I'm sure he right now looking for you, so I have that your house is well hiden.

''That's why I brought you to this place. It's away from the city.'' ''But right now, there are two things I want of you.'' Chel embraced Lara once more. ''When you leave, take me with you.''

Lara take a deep breath and look in eyes of Chel.

"And what is secend thing what you want?"