“He was quick to dismount and leave his horse waiting outside the keep as he rushed inside. The great hall was a scene he had once been familiar with, clusters of warriors waiting for orders while the laird conversed with the leaders who would command each troop. He was surprised to see Alyce, Lachlan’s wife, huddled with his brothers, but then he recalled her acute awareness of the situation when they had first met and realized that Cavan would certainly put her unique abilities to work for him.... Before he could approach them, he heard a scream and didn’t have to look to see who it was. His mother rushed to him with outstretched arms, and he welcomed her with a tight embrace. “Finally,” she cried through tears, though she wiped them away and, clasping his hand, raised it high. And with a distinct, clear voice she shouted, “Ronan of the clan Sinclare has come home!” A cheer rang out so loudly Ronan could have sworn the rafters trembled. His mother escorted him to the table in front of the hearth.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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