Robin Hood by DAN MONTY

Author:DAN MONTY [Monty, Dan]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-05-19T22:00:00+00:00

Chapter ten: The more you gain

Friar Tuck stood in Sherwood Forest, watching as an arch of vine and flowers was hoisted into position in a beautiful open area in the centre of the forest. He drank from a canteen, belching loudly and laughing as he mumbled to the men doing all the work, his cheeks a jolly red in colour.

“Yes it’s perfect! It’s perfect and... It’s... I’m very drunk!” Friar Tuck said, laughing merrily.

The ceremony setup for the wedding was simple. Robin and Marion were beautifully dressed – Robin in a black tuxedo and Marion in an elegant white dress, her dark hair braided and her head crowned with a small wreath of flowers.

John Little was the best man and Friar Tuck would marry them, despite being drunk the man was surprisingly articulate. Robin and Marion stood beneath the arch facing each other in front of Tuck who spoke with a gentle voice. Robin Hood’s men and followers gathered around them to witness.

“Today, it is my great pleasure to join these two souls in Holy matrimony. Love is a gift that comes with many responsibilities. When two people fall in love, a bond is made. A bond that, if nurtured can last a lifetime. I watched as these two wonderful people fell in love... and I knew this day would come. So today, before you all and before the Lord our God, I am privileged to perform the sacred ceremony of marriage,” the friar began.

“Marion Clorinda? Do you take this man, Robin Hood of Loxley to be your lawful wedded husband? To serve and protect you, honour and obey you until death do you part?” The friar asked Marion.

“I do," Marion said, smiling as her face beamed.

“And do you, Robin Hood of Loxley, take this woman, Marion Clorinda of Sherwood to be your lawful wedded wife? Will you honour, protect and be faithful to her until death do you part?” Friar Tuck asked and Robin nodded with a smile.

“I do," he replied.

“Then by the power invested in me, by the good Lord himself, I now pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss the bride," Friar Tuck said, wiping a tear from his eye as Robin took Marion in his arms and kissed her passionately. A cheer ringing out from his men which was followed by applause.

*****

Reynold Greenleaf had been one of the men who had joined Robin’s band and helped build the village in the trees. He joined Gilbert Whitehand and Will Scarlet in congratulating the newlyweds during a small dinner party that evening. Tiny fairy lights had been woven around the trees and a large bonfire crackled as three men played acoustic guitars, singing classic love songs as Robin and Marion danced.

A large table had been dressed with wonderful foods such as cooked chicken, roast lamb, baked potatoes and salads of every kind. There was plenty to eat and a great deal of wine being poured as the celebrations went on into the night.

The Ranger approached Robin as the dancing ended and Marion ran off to get some wine.

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