The bore in a more westerly direction now, and by late afternoon, they could see the tip of the most northern peninsula, Forostar. When they had passed by the North Cape, they sailed within site of the western coast of that peninsula, and then on around the coast of Andustar, passing by the Bay of Andunië.
Near sunset, the ship turned to a southern course once more, and came to the opening of the Bay of Eldanna, which faced westward, toward Tol Eressëa.
Veritas brought the ship round, to head east toward the Bay and Eldalondë, then ordered the anchor dropped.
'We should rest here for the night.' she said. 'We can catch the early morning light and sail into port tomorrow.'
All agreed, and Daisy secured the wheel for the night.
They went down to the galley for a small meal and then to their cabins to rest for tomorrow's expedition.
Ancalimon returned to the deck briefly, and stood looking toward the land. The stars studded the dark sky, winking like bright jewels on a black velvet cloth.
They are here! The early morning tide must bring you to us. He called across the waves.
Satisfied he had been heard, he went silently down the steps to his room.
'How interesting!' thought the dragon, who had not dared to listen in too closely. 'I wonder who he calls to?' She looked across the darkness, to the east, and considered the possibilities.
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