Chapter 5
Back in the snug surroundings of The Bell, it was as though the moment of peril had never happened. Stephen sat over another mug of ale as Ioan busily served the patrons, his good humour entirely restored. To Stephen’s surprise, when Ioan brought their supper, Beth joined them and chatted to Stephen as easily as if she had known him for years. The evening seemed to flash by and in no time, Stephen was following Ioan upstairs.
Once in the dimly-lit bedroom, and each other’s arms, Ioan continued the conversation from the street. He broke off a kiss and whispered, “So, you were saying how dangerous I am?”
Stephen laughed breathlessly, “As lethal as any avenging knight or murderous villain in a play.”
In the darkness, Stephen caught a glint of teeth as Ioan smiled.
“How did t
