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Traeger could see from Rowan's face that the last week had been harrowing for her... her attachment to Star was long-standing ,and the near death of her friend during labor must have been traumatic. Thank the gods that Mortuis was there with his skills to back her up,and no small part was played by the friends and Faes that gave of their blood and magickal powers.

She leaned into him as they watched the room and sipped their whiskey... the flavor smooth on the tongue. He whispered into her hair... "Happy Valentine's, lass... and slipped a ring on her finger. It was a  silver band of flowers... intricately woven, with small jewel bits in the flower centers. He looked down into her eyes... "Don't go getting excited... its naught but a symbol of my love and devotion to you. It is endless as the cycle of life... I am not asking for your hand, for you've told me you can't devote yourself to me as befits a wife... but when you see it I would hope you remember there is one who is there for you whenever you need me." Rowan's eyes were the prettiest brown he'd ever seen... the color seemed to flare with golden lights and chestnut hues... he passed his fingertips over them now... brushing away the tears that stood in her eyes.