Without Fear of Falling by Danielle Boonstra

Author:Danielle Boonstra [Boonstra, Danielle]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 978-1-78099-787-2
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
Published: 2013-04-15T16:00:00+00:00

Louisa

Louisa decided she needed some air. It had been nearly a week since she had walked into the village. In London she would not dare to venture outdoors unescorted, but here on the island things were different.

She noticed a wild dog following her at her side, but at a distance. As she walked the beaten path, the dog kept pace with her walking through the woods to her left. She did not feel threatened. It was as if he stayed with her to protect her, to ensure she arrived at her destination safely. Louisa looked over at the dog and mouthed “Thank you”. He seemed to acknowledge her briefly.

She was in awe of the majestic animal, with his tall and lanky frame and brown matted fur. She imagined he hunted deer and other large animals. She could see him stalking the forest with his pack. Where was his pack? He was a warrior and yet his presence and demeanour clearly spoke of protection.

Reaching the clearing that led to the village, she looked over her shoulder and saw he had stopped and was sitting, waiting for her to continue. Louisa waved good-bye and walked quickly towards the village market.

The market consisted of three stalls. One sold bread, cheese and eggs. The second had cured ham, fish and some freshly slaughtered lamb. And the last stall sold root vegetables and a few spices. She bought a leg of lamb, some pepper and onions and then a few loaves of bread. She and Janey planned to make a stew for dinner. Though Janey would prefer to make the stew herself, she was kind enough to indulge Louisa’s desire to learn to cook. There were many skills she wished to learn. She wanted to return to London a different woman than the one who left it.

Louisa’s perpetual habits of reading and quiet contemplation were no longer serving her in Tobermory. Try as she might, she could not banish the thought of William Mara. There was something that seemed to set him apart from any other man of her acquaintance. He seemed to be able to see her. It was as if being in his presence meant she never had to explain herself, he would always understand. Louisa found herself longing to be close to him.

She decided it was time to quiet her mind and listen to her inner guide. Walking towards the shore she breathed in the sea air deeply. How clean and fresh it was compared to London. Louisa found a rock to sit on and look out at the sea. She closed her eyes and put her hand on her heart.

Be honest is what she heard. Hide nothing and trust him came shortly after.

She stayed a while longer just looking out across the water. The waves were rough; they rose and fell with a vengeance. She felt the spray of water on her face. Thinking it was from the ocean, she made no move to leave. Soon though, it was clear it was beginning to rain.

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