Chapter SevenIt was a relief to find on the Sunday that the King had decided to have a quiet day.
The local people had hoped he would attend the Kirk, but he refused.
Prayers for his Divine protection were offered in all the Churches in Edinburgh, also in all the Parishes of Scotland that had received news of his safe arrival. .
Breakfast was eaten late and after it the King announced that he was going riding in the Park.
For the first time since leaving home, Fyna was at a loss.
She had never thought to bring her riding habit with her.
If she had done, she knew that hers would not have been smart enough for such a special occasion.
The King, however, had specially asked the Earl to ride with him.
She watched them and two other of His Majesty’s entourage ride away under the trees.
