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Falco rode ahead on his pony into Scarburg, but Saeryn stayed close by Eodwine’s horse, pulling Hilerinc’s horse by the bridle rein. By the time they arrived, Falco was already dismounted from his pony, speaking to Léof. When they came into sight, Léof immediately came away from Falco and hurried over the meet them.
“Léof, hold Eodwine’s horse,” Saeryn said. Léof went and held the horse’s bridle. By the time Hilderinc had dismounted, Saeryn already was off her horse and leading nearer the two animals in her charge. She watched in painful anticipation while Hilderinc carefully helped Eodwine down from the horse and then supported him once he stood.
“Quickly, take these horses,” she said hastily. She handed them off and then went swiftly to Eodwine’s side and slipped her shoulders under his arm to give him support. “Lean on me, Eodwine,” she said. “Do you remember when I returned to Scarburg? I was sick, too.” She smiled up at him. “You were able to heal me then. Now it is my turn to help you.”
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