Celtic Mist: The Calm Before the Storm (Battle Raven Series) by Isabelle Stewart Read Free Book Online

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    to one knee and opened his other hand. It held the small ring that his mother had given him.
    “My heart. I fell in love with you the minute I barged through your door and you clocked me on the chin. It has been a pleasure getting to know you and an honor fighting by your side. Would you give me the honor of becoming my wife?”
    She looked down at him and held back the tears the best she could. Lara place a hand on his cheek. “Yes, my heart. I couldn’t and wouldn’t say no to you.”
    Aodhan took her hand and slipped the ring on her finger. He stood up and pulled her into a kiss.
    Everyone around them cheered. Tara leaned close against Ruark and Eion stepped up to Orla and placed his hand on her shoulder. “A more pleasant memory of this place.”
    Orla turned to him. “That it will be.”
    As Aodhan and Lara kissed they both felt the rest of their walls slip away and there was nothing but pure love. To everyone’s disbelief a white feathery light surrounded them. The light feathers touched each surrounding person and they felt the love that Lara and Aodhan shared for a brief moment.
    “It’s just like in the tale.” Serina said as she turned to Scanlon and kissed him nearly making him fall as he went weak in the knees.
    “Let’s head to bed, my love.” Scanlon said and they both ran back into the inn to their quarters.
    Out of the corner of her eye Lara saw Eion quickly step away from Orla and retreat back into the house. She gave Aodhan a questioning look and he gave her a don’t ask look.
    Lara kissed Aodhan again feeling the love surrounding them. “We should head to bed too.”
    He let out a sigh. “If only.” Aodhan kissed her again.
    “I know.” she said and took his hand leading him into the house.

Chapter 8

    In the morning Lara woke to both Kedryn and Aodhan walking into her room. She stretched and sat up pushing strands of hair away that were stuck to her face.
    “Does it take two of you to wake me now?” she asked as she pushed down the covers and scooted off the bed.
    “No, my Lady. Mother sent me to politely remind you that you are to ride with her and the ladies today. Kedryn came on his own.” Aodhan ran his fingers through his hair.
    “I ordered breakfast for the three of us to have together before Aodhan and I go off scouting. Quality time you know.” Kedryn said as he walked over to her door after hearing a knock. He took a tray of food from the servant and walked over to the sitting area.
    Lara walked over to the table and inhaled the aroma of fresh coffee. They three sat down and started to eat.
    “We leave in an hour’s time. That should give you enough time to get ready doing what you women do.” Aodhan said giving her a sly grin.
    “Only an hour?” she gave him a look.
    “If you need more time?” Aodhan said and glanced at Kedryn giving him a confused look.
    Kedryn let out a laugh. “You will find mom to be very low maintenance. Unless she has to gussy up. She fusses a bit.”
    Aodhan raised his eyebrow and grinned at her. “Do you plan on gussying up for the carriage ride.”
    “Less talk, more eating. I have to gussy up boys.” Lara said and started to dig into her croissant and fruit.
    When Aodhan and Kedryn left Lara decided not to gussy up too much. She wanted to be comfortable. She pulled out the first dress Shanna had given her along with the shawl. Lara had Gobnait loosen the
    bodice enough to be a little bit less constraining. As she French braided her hair back Kedryn walked into her room.
    He looked her over. “Time to head out. You know, out of all the dresses you’ve worn. I like that one the best.”
    “Thanks.” Lara said as she tied the belt around her waist. She was at a loss as to what to do with her dagger as she pulled on the soft brown leather boots. She decided to stick the sheath and dagger into the top part of her boot. Even though it was a bit uncomfortable it was a good feeling having it close. Lara adjusted her necklace and