FIVE
Word Arrives
Summer 964 MC
Anna took a bite of a pastry as she relaxed on a lounge chair, her feet propped up on a cushion while a book sat haphazardly across her lap. The fireplace in the Royal Suite kept her warm along with Gerald, who sat next to her with a tankard of cider while Tempus dozed at her side.
"What did you think of the dinner?" asked Anna.
"It was delicious," said Gerald. "One of the finer meals I've had of late."
Anna giggled, "No, I mean, how did the visit go, in your opinion."
"Well," he said, "I'm no expert, but it seemed to go well. Why? Is something bothering you?"
"I feel nervous for some reason," she confided.
"That's only natural," said Gerald. "After all, you're about to be married. I imagine it must be quite intimidating meeting Alric's parents."
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