Chapter 52

Izzy was looking out the window when he came in the room. She didn’t even seem to notice him enter, which was very strange for her. It pleased him though. She must be starting to feel safe in his brother’s keep if she would let herself be so distracted. She jumped and spun around when he placed his sword on the bedside table.

“Sorry,” he said lightly, “I didn’t mean to give you a fright.” She tipped her head to one side and turned back to the window. Gair wasn’t sure what to make of this mood of hers. He had never seen her act distracted at all, certainly nowhere near as completely as this.

Was she angry with him? He could think of no reason for that. He doubted she was missing Sinclair lands. Should he ask her outright or wait and see if she would tell him what was on her mind? He sat on the bed, watching her for a while, and decided to wait because she looked both nervous and lost in thought. It took a few minutes before she turned towards him and leaned back against the wall besid