-Interlude I-
Bodden
Summer 960 MC
“And that,” offered Fitz, “was the first time I met Albreda.”
The others sat in stunned silence for a few moments.
“Fascinating,” Anna was the first to break the silence. “I would never have dreamed it.”
“I’m a little confused,” added Dame Beverly. “Are you saying you took her prisoner?”
“Well, my dear, that’s rather obvious, isn’t it?” said Fitz.
“Yes, but she told me she owed you a favour. How can she owe you a favour if you captured her?”
“Well, there's more to this story, but I believe it’s time for some wine. Gerald, be a friend and pass me the Hawksburg red, will you?”
Gerald strode over to the side table to retrieve the bottle, pouring the baron some wine. “I don’t remember you bringing a prisoner in,” he mused. “When did you say this was
