A flurry of movement followed William’s command as those who had fallen to their knees in a show of fealty tumbled over each other to obey his command to retrieve Stephen. Unlike his peers, a much calmer, older man stood up and walked forward towards William, Erik, and the boys before stopping, falling into a deep bow then standing and looking at William once more.
“My Rìgh,” he said, his voice clear and full of reverence. “I can take you to him.”
William looked pleased with the man’s show of respect, and he nodded his head in as deep of a bow as he would return, “By all means, lead the way.” He gestured widely, then followed as the man turned quickly and walked in the direction the other clan members had scurried. The group followed him as Jamie looked around, taking in the opulence al
