The Highland Captive by Johanna Maas

Author:Johanna Maas [Maas, Johanna]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781481928564
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2013-04-19T07:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER FOURTEEN

The hall had begun to empty after the momentous events of the late evening had played out and the night's sup had concluded. Only those remaining were the occupants of the Stewart family's table. Slowly, the men moved to convene in front of the hearth as Lizbeth and Cait sat together at the table.

"Oh, Cait, how I have truly missed my home."

Lizbeth turned to the beautiful woman sitting next to her, the one who was to actually become her sister and took her hands within hers.

"And, Cait, I could not have wished a better husband for you."

Together the women stole a glance towards the grouping of men who stood across the hall and before the blazing fire. Macay's back was to them, but it was clear he stood tall and confident. Lizbeth knew he was a handsome one and was ever so hopeful he would truly please her.

Cait returned her gaze to Lizbeth and smiled softly, truthfully admitting he was indeed nice to look upon and seemed to have a gentle heart, especially where his young sister was concerned. But she understood things between a man and a woman were much more complicated than just that. While she was hopeful for a contented life with her intended, she looked upon him just a bit guarded and with a little bit of apprehension.

Lizbeth smiled as she watched Cait blush slightly at the mention of her brother and truly hoped it would be a good match. She wished for their happiness because these were the two people in the world she loved the most. Lizbeth closed her eyes knowing if she were to be perfectly honest with herself, she had to concede there was yet another to whom she held a very high regard…

Lizbeth moved her eyes over to the group of Highlanders as she looked for the one that could make her insides truly warm at just the sight of him. He stood tall as he engaged in quiet conversation with the rest of the men. She noticed for the first time there were no smiles or happiness within that group. Somber stares and low conversations were being had as well as angered looks shared among them.

With a concern upon her face and a trepidation growing within her heart, Lizbeth looked at Cait and said, "I am afraid, Cait, for what they may be planning for they all look quite serious."

Cait gazed deeply into her eyes and simply nodded her head, understanding the ways of the Scottish Highlanders and their need to avenge the wrongs that were set before their clans. She recognized a true injustice had been committed those many years ago and she knew it could not go unanswered.

She looked back at Lizbeth and wondered if she truly understood all she had revealed within the hall tonight had meant certain war. The thought of it frightened her for she was so fragile. Cait could only hope Lizbeth had the fortitude to accept what must be done for the sake of her clan.

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