THE SECRET (The Power Of Love Conquers All)
CHAPTRE 11

Jacelyn's blonde hair was blown away by the wind as the woman rushed over to the foreman of the stables. Ailean could not help herself from observing... And enjoy the gentle swing of the woman's waist. There's a kind of elegance in Jacelyn's movement. Yes, she is a beautiful woman. Jacelyn's eyes were the most beautiful violets Ailean had ever seen. But, it was her melodious voice of laughter that greatly affected Ailean's heart. That laugh was so full of happiness.

Ailean had originally decided to force the woman to go along with him. A decision not told by him to his men. When the time comes, they will do what they are told. However, Lady Jacelyn Elizabeth had clearly taken him by surprise. Ailean shook her head thinking about the current situation.

"What are you gonna do with him?"

Ailean's second cousin, Garfie, asked. The man looked at the Northumbrian woman while rubbing his dark beard in a regular motion, as if the gesture could make an important decision. "She's a pretty little girl, isn't she? I think my body reacted because the woman was "

"And I think you talk too much" Azril murmured.

"Fuck, Garfie, you'll always be aroused by anything that's wearing a skirt."

Garfie smile. He did not even feel offended by the words of his friend. "He kept his promise to Ainsley Callista" he said. "And that's the only reason I could be aroused by a Northumbrian woman."

It was enough for Ailean to hear that light talk. He hurried to leave the land of Northumbria immediately. "Let's get the hell out of here" he ordered. "I can't breathe while I'm in enemy Land."

The other knights agreed completely with Ailean's words. Ailean turned around on her saddle and looked towards Sgaire. "He will ride with you" he said. "Fold her bag over your back,"

The blonde-haired knight shook his head. "You're asking for too much, Ailean."

"I didn't ask," Ailean rebutted in a voice as loud as steel. "I gave you an order. Do you dare to answer no to me?"

Sgaire backed off with the threat. "Fuck it," he murmured, "Take care of you,"

"Can't he just ride with me" suggested Garfie. "I don't mind."

Ailean turned to stare at Garfie. "Yes, you wouldn't mind. And you won't touch her either, Garfie. Not now, or anytime. Youunderstand?"

Ailean did not wait for Garfie's approval. He immediately looked at Sgaire. "Move," he commanded.

Jacelyn had just wanted to ride her female horse when the knight reached her side. "You will ride with me" he said. Sgaire stopped as she looked at the number of bags tied behind Jacelyn's horse. Then, the man shook his head. "You have to leave..."

Sgaire could not finish her explanation when Jacelyn cut her words first. "Thank you so much for offering it, sir. But, I really don't need to ride with you. My horse is strong enough. He's perfectly healthy to take this trip."

Sgaire is not used to being rejected by women. He doesn't know what else to do. He began to extend a hand toward Jacelyn, but stopped in the middle of the action.

Ailean realized the doubts of her men. Then, Sgaire turned towards him and she saw the confusion within the man's expression.

"She's starting to be hard to manage" Azril murmured.

"Yes, right," said Garfie agreeing with a chuckle. "I was wrong, Azril. She's not pretty. She's so pretty."

"Did you see Sgaire?" garfie said later. "If I didn't really understand him, I'd think he'd faint there."

Azril thought the question was very funny, Ailean shook her head and stomped her feet to get her horse forward. Jacelyn was unaware of Sgaire's discomfort. She was busy straightening the skirt over her ankle. He adjusted the heavy robe on his shoulders, tied his black rope, and finally stretched out his hand to take the bridle that Tord had patiently held for him.

Ailean gestured for Sgaire to get out of her way and stop her horse next to Jacelyn. "You can only carry one bag, madam,"

Ailean's voice made Jacelyn think not to contradict her. "I'll bring it all, '" he said. "Most of those bags contained gifts I made to Ainsley Callista and the baby. And I'm not leaving her."

Jacelyn thought that she acted very boldly, judging from the fact that the great knight glared sharply at her. It was clear that the man was used to being fulfilled by all his commands. Jacelyn took a quick breath, then added, "I don't want to ride with the young man either. My horse can take me as well."

Ailean did not say anything for a moment. Jacelyn matched the frown on Ailean's face with a frown as well, until the man pulled the sword from the sheath beside her body. Jacelyn took a gasp breath. Before he could move from in front of Ailean, the man had raised his sword, shifted his body on the saddle, and used the sword to cut the rope that tied Jacelyn's precious bags.

Jacelyn's heart was pounding. He tried to be able to calm down as Ailean sheathed back her sword. The man beckoned his friends to come closer and ordered them to take each one of Jacelyn's bags. Jacelyn did not say a word when she saw the knights look upset while tying her bag on their horse. But, his breath was again snapped as the leader tried to pull his body from the saddle. Jacelyn hit the man's hand.

However, it was a futile defense against the big man, and it was obvious to Jacelyn that Ailean also felt ridiculous about her actions. The glint in the man's eyes revealed everything. "The journey up the mountain is hard, madam. And it would be better for you if you rode with one of us."

Immediately Jacelyn shook her head quickly. The idea of being so close to that handsome man was actually not an unpleasant thing. But he didn't want the man to take himself for granted. He was tired of being underestimated all his life.

"I'm perfectly healthy for this journey." - Jacelyn. "You don't have to worry I can't ride with you guys."

Ailean endured her sense of regret. "There will also be times when we have to ride through dangerous areas" he explained patiently. "Our horses are trained to walk with about..."

"My horse can also walk quietly, too" interrupted Jacelyn.

Ailean suddenly smiled at him. "Will he be as calm as you?"

Jacelyn nodded immediately.

Ailean sighed. "I expected it."

Jacelyn did not realize that Ailean was making fun of her until the man grabbed Jacelyn's body . Ailean also did not give Jacelyn the chance to push her hand. The man's determination was so strong. He was not so gentle as he lifted Jacelyn up from the saddle and placed Jacelyn on his lap. The man did not even think of the courtesy of Jacelyn's position.Jacelyn's feet straddled on the saddle like a man riding. And if it wasn't embarrassing, then the fact that the back of Jacelyn's thigh was stuck on top of Ailean's thigh would have been embarrassing. Jacelyn could feel her face turning red.

Ailean did not let Jacelyn justify the embarrassing position. The man's left arm was tightly coiled around Jacelyn's waist. Jacelyn could not move at all, but she could breathe. And he thinks all that is enough. Jacelyn waved as a sign of farewell to the servants who were watching.

Jacelyn felt very upset with the knight for having used such a haughty way to obtain his wish. But, he could realize that there was a warm feeling in the man's embrace. She could also smell the man, and Jacelyn was very fond of Ailean's masculine scent.

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