Chapter 125: Headed To The Market

The newlyweds awoke to banging at the front door of the cottage. Tidas shot up in bed, while Skye barely opened her eyes. He got up, went to the bathroom, and grabbed his pants. As he buttoned them, he walked back towards the door and opened it after the last one was fastened. The gatekeeper tipped his hat to the prince before speaking.

"Afternoon, my prince. I hope you and yer lass are enjoyin' yer time with us. I brought the clothes that were delivered this morning, and the basket. The old woman who gave them to me wanted me to pass along a message as well, but.. Umm..."

The man hesitated as he fidgeted with the handle of a large, heavy-looking basket. Tidas gave an exhausted smile before asking; "Did she say her name was Peggy, or that my wife is her lady?"