Chapter 22 finale

Jamie thought she was fine, but Ariel was unreasonable. He wouldn't let her get out of bed for a whole week. He told her to sleep less during the day and sleep well at night. Jamie really wondered how she could cooperate with him. . During her convalescence, Mary visited her often, and took over the embroidering of King Ed's drapery.Mary knew that Jamie didn't have the patience and skill at all. When Mary came to visit for the first time, she secretly told Jamie that Danny still didn't have her.Jamie was even more troubled by this than Mary.And when she exaggerated how good the intimacy between husband and wife is for Mary, of course, she didn't mention the details, and Mary was also moved.

He had a mistress, Mary said.But he sleeps in my bed every night. It's time for you to clean up your house, Mary.Jamie suggested to her.Throw that woman out. He's going to be mad at me, Jamie.Mary whispered.I already liked his smile so much that I couldn't leave him, besides, he was very nice to me after I quit my crying habit.Danny couldn't stand the tears, and now I cared about him too. Jamie was very happy.Then ask him to have the reality of husband and wife with you. I have my pride too, said Mary.But I've figured out a way. any solution? I'm going to tell him he can have his mistress and me at the same time.

There's no way you want to share your man with another woman!Jamie retorted. Mary shrugged helplessly.I just want Danny to like me, Jamie. Then she began to cry, just as Ariel entered the hall.Jamie smiled at her husband, but Ariel backed away as soon as he saw Mary weeping.Men really don't like tears.Mary murmured. With that, you tell Danny he has to keep his mistress.Jamie suggested.Oh Mary, don't look at me like that, and then you tell him he needs practice and he can come to you when he's done enough. Hearing Jamie and Mary's loud laughter, Ariel returned to the living room.

For two consecutive days, Mary did not come to see Jamie.She finally showed up on the third day, with a mysterious smile on her face, and she insisted on telling Jamie Danny what wonderful details, halfway through, Ariel, Gavin, Marco and Danny walked in.They asked what they were talking about, and Mary and Jamie changed the subject immediately. Ariel has sex with Jamie every night, but he is worried that she has not recovered, so he has not allowed her to be too active.But in the end he had to begrudgingly admit that although he was the stronger of the two, she had more energy than he. The next morning Ariel was summoned by King Ed for a week.And during this week, Jie Mi made full use of it and made some small changes in the house.

She removed the bed from the hall, but kept the screen, but added a large butterfly to it, another English tradition.The soldiers were skeptical at first, but once they realized that it would be more conducive to drinking, they all readily complied. When Ariel returned three days later, soldiers lined up again to defend her. Ariel sat at the head of the long table, his jaw was tense, and Jamie explained how good it was to have an extra butterfly in the hall.He still couldn't fully accept the change, but Jamie was very happy, because Ariel didn't raise her voice from the beginning to the end, and she knew how difficult it was for him.His face was flushed, and the muscles in his jaw kept twitching, and Jamie felt so much sympathy for him that she didn't even bat an eyelid when he asked her to leave in a controlled voice and ask him to be quiet.

And Aleigh knew she hadn't been upset when she left, because she hadn't stopped by the fireplace for a penny.He had learned that this was her way of making him understand that she was dissatisfied, but she had never known that Father Mu put the coins back every night. There were still some troubles in her nesting process from time to time, and some nights Father Mu could get as much as nine shillings. And this day when she was holding little Mary on her lap, she saw Jamie's sister hastily dismounted and walked towards her. I have bad news, Mary said as soon as she opened her mouth.Ander is here!

Ender? The man you were once engaged to, Mary reminded her.Frankly, you forgot about him so quickly? I haven't forgotten, Jamie said, she handed little Mary to her sister.Mary, what is Ender doing here?How did you know? I heard Danny and his men mention that his army must pass through Danny's land. God!He also brought an army! Yes. But for what, Mary? Borrowing, remember Dad borrowing a sum of money from Ender? How could I forget?Dad pretty much sold me to Ender.she yelled.Oh, I cannot suffer this humiliation before my people, God!Ariel would kill Ender! Mary nodded.Danny said the same thing.

So he knew why Ender was here?Jamie asked in horror. Yes, Ender had to explain why he came, otherwise he couldn't have walked half a step into the land of Scotland. Do you think Aleigh knows about this? Mary shrugged.Danny said in Scotland everyone knows about everyone else, I think I can't let this happen, I don't want to be the reason Scotland and England are at war. England?Ariel would just kill Ender and his people. But what if King Henry knew, Mary?I must Jamie didn't finish, she took Mary's rein and got on her horse. Where are you going, Jamie? I'm going to talk to Ender and I'm going to promise to give him back the money.

Jamie, it's going to be dark in a while, and that's why Danny won't let me come to you. Jamie smiled.But you're still here, aren't you, Mary? I have to tell you, I think you might want to hide. It is very right and very brave of you to come and tell me, but you know I will not hide. I still hope you don't run to Ender yourself, but am I really brave?Mary asked. Jamie nodded.you are.Now, listen, Mary, I want you to help me take care of little Mary, and don't tell anyone where I'm going. But what if Ariel asks? Don't tell him. but If he asks, you will cry, Jie Mi said.When you cry, Ariel can't ask questions.

Mary looked anxiously at Jamie speeding down the hill, just as Father Mu came out and saw Jamie in a hurry.He asked Mary Jamie why she left in such a hurry, and did she know where she was going? Mary immediately burst into tears. Mary kept her promise, and she didn't tell Alejandro about leaving.She didn't have to, because little Mary had already said so. After Jamie left, little Mary went into the hall, sat down on her father's knee, followed her in childish words and repeated everything she had heard outside. Because of the presence of little Mary, Ariel refrained from yelling outside.This time when Femarie saw Ariel's appearance, she really cried without pretending.

Father Mu was left behind to appease Mrs. Fei, while Ariel led a small team of soldiers to chase his wife. After a while, he found the hoof marks where Jie Mi turned to the east, and he was relieved.She took the road to Fei's house. She changed her mind?Marco asked. She got lost, Ariel said.Thank goodness! Fifteen minutes later he caught up with Jamie, and Ariel ordered his soldiers to surround her. Husband and wife look at each other.For a long while, neither of them spoke.Jamie struggles to make up an excuse, and Ariel wonders what kind of lie she'll come up with. You told me not to quarrel with you for now. good. She urged her horse forward, stopped beside Alec, and she whispered, "I just wanted to reason with Ender. My sister told you I left?" Your daughter told me. Jamie opened his eyes wide.In the future I will have to remember to be more careful when I speak. All you have to remember is to never try this stupid move again. Please don't be mad at me, Ariel.she pleaded. Ariel held her neck and kissed her deeply.Why didn't you come to me when you heard about Ender? I'm so ashamed, she whispered.Father took his money, and I don't want you to think my father sold me to Ender.But actually I'm also starting to think Ariel shook his head.Nothing your father did will affect how I feel about you, and I'll pay that bastard back.Come on, wife, we'd better get this thing over with. She knew it was best not to argue with him.But she couldn't help wondering how he was going to return the money to Lord Ender.His horse had no saddlebags, nor did he have a purse on his belt.This time, however, he did bring his sword.Are there going to be troublesome scenes, Ariel? He didn't answer, but let Jamie follow behind him worriedly.He was right, she decided after much thought.She really should have gone to him first, husband and wife should share their problems together.It's good to know that there is someone who can help you through difficult situations.No, she told herself, it wasn't just good, it was wonderful. They didn't talk again until they reached Ender's camp.Jamie tried to get in front of Ariel, but he grabbed the reins of her mount and forced her to stay by his side.He raised a hand, and immediately his soldiers split into two lines flanking their lord and his wife. Oh, Ariel, is that all you have to bring with you? He didn't answer, and she sighed loudly.At least I'm sure they won't tell about my embarrassment. Ariel's smile caught her attention, and he raised his hand again in a gesture. The other lords showed up at that moment.Jemi watched in astonishment as they led their clansmen to their respective positions, a large and tight circle surrounded Ander and his men firmly. The English soldiers took up their weapons.Ariel gestured again, and the Scottish men and horses moved forward slowly, and the circle became tighter and tighter. Seeing the mass of men they faced, the English soldiers threw their weapons to the ground. Ender left his men and walked towards Jamie. She had forgotten how small Ender was.Did she ever think he was handsome?She really can't remember.But now in her eyes, he is indeed not attractive at all.His short-cropped hair also reminded her of a little boy.The man didn't even look right when he walked, he shuffled. Thinking that he might spend his whole life by this man's side, Jie Mi couldn't help but tremble all over.She suddenly wanted to turn around and thank her husband for saving her from that tragic fate. When Ender walked about thirty feet away, Ariel raised his hand again, and Ender stopped knowingly. When a man trespassed on our property, we usually cut off his feet. Ariel's cold threat seemed to scare Ender out of his wits.He took a few steps back before regaining his composure.But in the eyes he looked at from Ariel to Jamie, his fear and hesitation were still fully revealed. You wouldn't let him do that, would you, Jamie? Jamie's expression was very serious.With your permission, I would like to answer his question.She looked at Ender and asked her husband. I allow.Ariel replied. Ender, her loud voice was as cold as the winter wind.My husband will do whatever he wants.Sometimes, though, he would allow me to assist him.Of course, if he decides to cut off your feet, I will be more than happy to offer him my assistance. Jie Mi heard Marco's low cheers, but she still kept her eyes on Ander, and kept smiling. Ender looked mad.You have become a savage.he growled, evidently forgetting in his rage how much he was at a disadvantage.He pointed at Ariel and added another curse.He turned you into a Scot. She knew he thought it would humiliate her to say so.Suddenly, Jamie couldn't hold back her laughter anymore, and her crisp laughter echoed in the valley.Ender, I truly believe this compliment of yours has saved your foot. Say what you are here for!Ariel's voice was like a bell.He just wanted to get this thing over as soon as possible so he could pull his Jamie into his arms, longing to tell her again how much he loved her, how much he valued her, how proud he was to have her. His yelling effectively served its purpose.Ender quickly explained his reason for coming thoroughly.Jamie felt so humiliated that she kept her eyes downcast while Ender explained how he had negotiated a dowry with her father in exchange for her. After Ender finished explaining, Ariel drew his sword out of its sheath. Are you going to kill him, my lord?she asked in a whisper. Ariel smiled.You know I won't kill him.Because it would make you unhappy, but I want you to be happy forever, wife.I intend to give him the sword, the sword is worth You don't give him your sword, Ariel Kim.Jamie looked straight ahead and cut off his words.Otherwise I'd be desperate enough to make a scene that you'll never forget, and people will talk about it for years, I promise you. She heard him sigh and knew she had won.I think you might, you stubborn woman!Well, give me your dagger. Jamie did as he was told.She watched him take the dagger, gouged out the largest gem set in his hilt, and he gave it back to her. Then Ariel threw the gem, and it landed at Ender's feet.Here's the reparation, Baron, from Lady King. Another gem hit Ender in the shoulder.Jie Mi looked in the direction where the gem was thrown out, and saw Mai Shijie, the lord of the Mai family, putting the long sword back to his side.Compensation, from Madam Kim!The old man announced loudly before turning his head to meet her gaze. The third gem hit Ender's cheek.compensation!Fei Danny said loudly. compensation!Another voice rang out.Jemi couldn't recognize the lord who threw the jewel. Ariel?Why McGregor paid compensation on your behalf because you saved his son; Danny because you stood up in front of his wife to protect her; it was Harold who threw the emerald because you put up with his son rude, and begged me to spare his life. The fifth gem hit Ender's forehead.compensation!another man yelled. who is he? Jimmy's father, Ariel replied.You don't know what I know about the bear, do you? She was too surprised to answer him aloud.Then another gem was thrown next to Ender's boot.It was thrown by a young lord.compensation!he cried. Ariel explained to her without waiting for her to ask.That is the lord of the Deng family.His wife wants you to go and deliver her baby, and he is paying in advance what he will owe you. I don't know what to say, Jamie whispered.Should I thank them, Aleigh? It's them thanking you, Jamie.Each of them would have given their lives for your safety, you have done the impossible, love.You have truly united our races. In order not to let herself shed tears, Jie Mi tightly closed her eyes, and when she spoke again, her voice trembled slightly due to the full of emotion.You made Ender a very rich man. No, Jamie.I am much richer than him because I have you.His soft words are full of love. He saw a tear slide down Jamie's cheek.So he immediately looked back at Ender.Go home, Baron.The next time you set foot on high ground, we'll take turns piercing you with our longswords. A burst of cheers came from all around the circle.Ender squatted down and began to pick up his treasure hurriedly. Ariel pulled Jamie into her arms, and she immediately wrapped her arms around his waist tightly. Baron Ander stared at the treasure held in his palm.When he looked up again, there was no Scot in sight. Jamie closed her eyes and hugged her husband tightly. She did not know much about the customs of the Highlands.Maybe it will take another twenty or thirty years before she can really figure out all the rules. But there will be joy in the process of learning, endless joy and love.Maybe, she thought with an enigmatic smile, she would really settle down when she and Ariel had gray hair. (End of the book)