Chapter 15 Summary

When the Clan returns from the hunt, those who were left at the cave know something is wrong immediately. The story of Ayla's heroic treachery unfolds, and everyone is mystified. Iza is worried. Creb is angry. He and Brun walk in the woods together to discuss the situation. Creb feels betrayed by his own emotions, knowing that his love for the girl has blinded him to signs that he should have detected before.

The following day, the Clan members meet to question Ayla. She reveals everything to them, including the first day Ayla tried to hunt, when she saw Brun reprimand Broud for hitting Zoug. Broud pales in shame to know that Ayla witnessed that. He realizes that, once again, Ayla has bested him. She even saved his own child when he was unable to do so. After seeing her hunting skills in...