Chapter 43: The Curiosity of Men
Neither knight argued with him. Everyone was being careful, like walking on eggshells.
Anna’s poor health made them anxious about her.
It was undeniable that the princess, who seemed timid and obtuse, was the opposite and had a heart made of gold. What she did was courageous and an act of full compassion and wisdom.
Eric and Eli returned to the campfire, joining Luke and Damon, who waited there. In a short while, Rafe rushed from the infirmary and went to the commander’s tent.
The knights anticipated that the healer would stay there for quite some time, treating the lady.
Their faces were solemn as they thought about her. They waited for Rafe to come out to know the outcome, but the tent flap remained closed.
"I hope Lady Raychard will be fine," Eli uttered with a concerned face.
"We all hope the same," Luke responded.
"I’m not saying this because I’m afraid the commander will fly off the handle again, but I care about her. I admire what she did," the young knight added as his eyes sparkled enthusiastically when reminded of Anna’s bravery.
"If you’ve seen how she lifted the patients with the young forager and brought them to the tent in the middle of the rain, you’ll be even more surprised by her determination," Damon told them.
"She did that?" Eli asked astonishingly, turning to the knight with widened eyes.