They were a wondrous sight, bringing both tears to her eyes and a laugh to her lips. These three would know such love and joy and yet their future was anything but certain.She had dreamed again last eve. Her mother speaking to her of what was set in motion, what she must watch for and prepare for. So much depended on her, the fate of her entire people. And now that love had bloomed between so many of the women and their mates, the island people were growing and new life was welcomed almost daily. Such joy could exist now if only there wasn’t the constant threat of war, the constant surge of invaders seeking solace on their shores.With a weary sigh, Asme turned and found herself pulled into her husband’s arms.“What new worries trouble you?” he spoke in a rough voice softened only by the fact that he whispered the words to her.“Just thinking of our sons and if they will know anything other than war when they are older.” She snuggled into his chest, relishing the feel of his strong arms around her.
