Eoghan and Ailis settled into the large wooden tub filled to the brim with hot water, thanks to Gwinnie. They soaped each other and bathed until both were free of the grime and blood of their ordeal.
"On the morrow, I shall stand before my father, Ailis. I shall have to answer for my crimes."
"Nay, we shall stand together."
"Are ye certain?"
"Oh, aye. Blood was spilt by us both, but not without provocation."
"Tis true, but I acted without the Alpha's orders. And I killed my brother."
"I am sorry, Eoghan."
"Nay. I am sorry for I did not see what he truly was sooner. I am only glad you are okay."
"Thanks to you."
"Thanks to us."
Once clean and dry, they settled in front of the fire under blankets and furs aplenty. Eoghan stared at the face of his beloved bride with wonder in his ey
