My Elizabeth - Chapter 21

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I have died everyday waiting for you
Darling don't be afraid I have loved you
For a thousand years
I'll love you for a thousand more – Christina Perri

 

Chapter 21

 

William’s Wooing:  Day Three

Holding her in his arms at the start of the day.  Was there a time when he wouldn’t wake stunned by the wonder of her?  The curtains were parted enough to let in a finger of light which played across her hair in the most enticing way.

Her lashes remained closed, but he could see her eyes moving beneath her lids.  What did she dream of?  Him?  Spike?  Her former life?  Did she still wake with dread, finding herself in this time, with him? 

She stirred slightly, mumbling “mmm,” giving nothing away. 
 

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