Sobek let the questioning slide. Today clearly made an impact on her already, but she was an outsider after all, his ways were still something she would need to learn. Perhaps Quetesh had done things differently. The other Goa'uld had fought like a demon on the battlefield, but even she couldn't stomach the fate that had been waiting for her. On the other hand, Vala had already seen what happened if she tried to sway his followers. She knew the consequences. A simple question here and there would be permitted.

"It was," he said simply. "This jungle desires the offering of fresh blood. I have given back to Kalimba and cleansed this taint from my land." He stepped towards the Al'Kesh, and the guards turned quickly to hem Vala in, eager to get back in the shade. The God himself barely took note of the heat, other than to bask in it. He was mid-way up the ramp when he turned back towards her.

There was a trace of good humor in the blue eyes. "After I've finished my business, you need no longer worry about your safety when away from my presence."