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Eodwine
As they walked toward their rooms, Saeryn in front followed by Rowenna, then Falco, and Eodwine bringing up the rear, he tried to put together in his mind what he wanted to say, what needed to be said. He knew what must come first. He came through the door and waited for the other three to situate themselves as comfortably as they might, then closed the door. Saeryn was waiting for him to speak. He was surprised that he was able to speak as calmly as he did. Only his final question hinted at his consternation and shock that she would so baldly flout his will.
"I am sorry that I raised my hand against you, Saeryn. I make no excuse. Maybe my illness weakened me so that my hand rose to do what I would never do. But I was angry when you called me eorl not long after I made it as clear as I knew how that I am not here to be eorl. Why did you gainsay me before the women?"
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