CHAPTER 19Cassandra raced down the stairs, along the corridor and into Anthony's study where she knew he'd be at that time of the morning. He glanced up from his desk looking far different from the monk she originally knew. As a civilian, he now wore ordinary clothes and his stubble of a beard had now grown into a neatly trimmed one. Sure, he still clung to his religion that was understandable but Kyla had broadened his outlook on the world and with their wedding due soon he now was naturally friendly and chatted with everyone. A true gentleman and leader had replaced the old dour monk.
"A pigeon's arrived," Cassandra couldn't keep the excitement out of her voice. "Everything is fine but she'll be staying at Gwent Castle for another couple of weeks to help in the castle's infirmary."
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