We had eaten, and whilst I began to clear things away, Lena had taken me by surprise as she had joined me. Opting to help me. I think she had noted my expression, and offered me a smile. “I ate too, so I will help.” She said without hesitation, gently nudging me with her elbow, clearly understanding what I was thinking. I had not expected her to help.
I was about to point out she was my guest, but then I faltered, as I realised, that no, she was not my guest. This was to be her home. That felt like a strange realisation to accept. But, yet oddly one I think I liked the idea of.She was to be my bride, and this would be our home.
I found myself smiling. How strange how things had changed so suddenly. I only returned home because I was ordered to, yet now I was glad that I had. Something
