The abbot seemed far more inclined to engage in light conversation than Robert, who was too caught up in his personal grief to contribute to any discussion. Besides which, it felt strange to be with him after seeing him in the past. That visit had been brief enough that the abbot was unlikely to ...
She tried to sit up, but the arms tightened. In low, calming tones, the Scotsman said, “You’re safe. I’ll not harm you.” “Not harm me?” That brought her fully alert. “Why would you even say that? Who are you? Where are we?” She winced as pain shot t...