Town

As I leave with Beatrix in a carriage as we dressed as servants once again and wearing cloaks needing to escape from the castle feeling more then alone as I can not even have my husband for one night I sign deeply wonder why I did this and not waited. As the carriage stops we get out and walk the rest of the way to the town it is very beautiful place as we walk around as there is also a market going on we find a we things. As we order material for the dress maker to make us some warmer clothes. finding a place to buy books we buy few that should keep me busy.

As we find palace to stay for the night, as I very much love this town and having more fun talking to people here, as I buy few more items me and Beatrix retire to the inn where we are to stay. Not even bothering writing to Edward to inform him of our whereabouts as he is probably way to busy dealing with his other family. As I sit with wine and food and Beatrix with weak mead. Wondering if anyone in England as notice that I have gone.

I went into Aberdeen, finding at last that I had picked up on Cordelia's trail. I went to a small inn where they served some good shepherd's pie and even better ale. I sat in a corner of the place and kept my face void of emotion as I saw the princess sitting across the room. I went over to her and smiled, not bowing because that would signal royalty. 'Good eve, ladies. I wonder if I might buy both of you some drinks.'

Smile unsure who he is yes, you may as I pull Beatrix closer to me worried

I motioned to the barkeep to bring us another round to the table and turn my attention to them. 'So you're English.. what's a young woman like yourself doing out alone at night? Unless your husband is soon to return?' I looked around for him but knowing I would not find anyone.

am not married, and we live near by am Guinevere Le Fay and you are? giving a false name to be on the safe side this is my daughter Bea

I sat back in the chair. 'Guinevere Le Fay, is that so?' I caught her in the lie, in a moment I thought of the real Guinevere and had a sudden longing for her. Then I cleared my throat and got back to the business at hand. 'Be careful, this can be a dangerous city at night.' I smiled at her, and at her 'daughter.'

Smiles yes am a lady in waiting to the new princess,since you are English how come your in Scotland trying to hide my lies

I follow Cordelia to the town centre and sitting beside her is Sir Francis, I freeze in fear, knowing we are nkw caught....

As Edward enters I smile and look at Francis here comes my escourt

I was about to come up with a retort saying I thought the ladies were prettier here in Scotland, but my words stopped before I spoke them when I saw Edward enter the little tavern. I gave him a nod, keeping my expression neutral. 'I must say, miss, that your escort is one of the most well-known men here in Scotland. I smirked at Cordelia.

I looked at the two of them and slowly shook my head. 'Come on you two...princess...and prince..' I looked at each in turn. 'You have to know why I'm here..'

I look down at the table feeling ashamed off myself, I look at Edward hoping he explain as I hold on to Bea and place my hand on my small bump under the table as Francis as not seen it

All I can do is smile to hide my anger. Yes, I have figured out why you are here and no she doesnt have to return to England. I clear my throat. Knowing what I know, I feel my confidence soar. You see Sir Francis, Cordelia is my wife. Our marriage is sanctioned and was attended by my brother, The King of Scotland. She is now a royal Scottish Princess and thus is under Scotland's protection. Besides, my wife and unborn child will not leave my side. I walk over to Cordelia and place my arms on her shoulders.

As he says it and places his hands in my shoulders I place my hand on to his and beam with joy at Francis,

I saw how frightened Cordelia looked, and put out my hand to hold hers. "It's only that you are missed. You gave everyone a fright running off like that... I expect both Your Highnesses will have some explaining to do. I'll do what I can to influence the king to be merciful."

thank you Francis but we are in love and nothing can stop that as I look at Edward will you come back to let us know