I've learned that the heart does not lie. The thought of never being with him or having him in my life again shattered me. Not a day went by that I didn't think of his smile or remember his laugh, his touch, and how that alluring Scottish accent always made my knees tremble.

What if the rat returns? I donna think ye'd want to be lying flat on the pallet if he does." She swatted at him. "That's why I have you and my dagger to protect me." "Me, aye. Your dagger, nae so much.