-Interlude III-
Bodden
Summer 960 MC
“That explains how the attacks stopped,” said Hayley.
“Yes,” said Beverly, growing more exasperated, “but it still doesn’t explain Albreda’s promise. Why did she come to our aid during the siege?”
Fitz smiled, “I was true to my word, while my brother was baron, she remained a prisoner.”
“Wait,” said Gerald, “I remember now. When Sir James told you that you were the new baron, you said you had something to take care of.”
“That’s right, my friend, I had to release Albreda.”
“Oh no,” said Anna, “you’re not getting out of it that easily. I want details; your story’s not over yet.”
“Very well, Your Highness,” the baron said, “I shall tell you the rest. It was right after the siege.”
“Wait a moment,” said Hayley, “what siege. We were at the siege; I
