Captured By the Warrior
“Even at this early hour, stands had been erected for the spectators on either side of the lists, with a higher box for the nobility and the newly married couple. Fluttering pennants adorned stands, each flag embroidered with a white daisy, the emblem of Queen Margaret. As the sun rose, slipping its gentle light over the land, bringing colour into the washed-out hues of the pre-dawn, knights began to practise, lances flashing deftly as their laughter punched the cool air. A considerable number o...f men had accompanied William of Halston, the bridegroom, himself an eminent knight, and their brightly coloured, round tents were pitched in a far corner of the field. Several late risers were emerging from the tents, faces white and flabby with sleep, eyes bloodshot from their various excesses the previous night, as they cast weary, sideways glances at the men already dressed, already in the saddle.
Fabien Matravers saw all this as he trudged towards the castle. The soles of his feet ached; his stomach growled with hunger.MoreLess
Fabien Matravers saw all this as he trudged towards the castle. The soles of his feet ached; his stomach growled with hunger.MoreLess
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