Mid-afternoon saw soldiers still searching the city, but things were beginning to calm down. With a sense of relief, Gerald made his way through the Palace to the great hall. King Henry"s body had been borne away, and in its stead, the room was now a refuge for the wounded. Revi and Aubrey healed the most critical, while Sophie made her way through the soldiers, helping where she could.
The general heard a bark and looked to see Tempus sitting beside his old friend Jax. It took a moment for Gerald to register the presence of Arlo Harris. The Uxley tavern keeper lay propped up against the wall, his arm in a sling. Sam Collins sat chatting with him while the two dogs wagged their tails.
"I see you made it through the siege," said Gerald.
"I did indeed," replied Arlo, "though I had my doub
