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Two days later, they walked through the gates of Frostmire and into a celebration.
It had been a cold, slow ride from the old mine to the city. They had brought Thomas warm clothes and boots, and a horse. Eileen rode beside him, keeping one eye on him as they travelled. For the night, Henry led them all to a deep hollow out of the wind and had them dig a pit in the snow. They huddled tight together, bodies pressed against one another for warmth. Even Alfred was put in the crush, though not unwrapped or untied, or even fed. Eileen curled herself up next to Thomas, and George lay on her other side. They all took turns standing watch, save Thomas, who was ordered to do nothing but sleep and eat what rations they had. He did as he was told, and rose the next morning feeling awake and stro
