Din-Gonwy, cantref of Rhôs, and Caer Cybi, North Wales, 845 AD
Din-Gonwy, cantref of Rhôs, and Caer Cybi, North Wales, 845 ADAlun counted the ten-day stay at his parents’ home among the happiest of his life. His constant attention and the supply of quality food helped Alis regain her strength more quickly than expected. His father returned to daily fishing expeditions, and, like Alun, he was suspicious of her overeager assurances that she was fit to travel, knowing that she couldn’t wait to meet their son’s future bride even at the risk of her health. Still, after talking with his son while his wife slept, they agreed on a solution.
Alun hired a pony for his father from a local farmer, Madoc, with the assurance that they would return it within forty days. Ready to depart, the two men hoi
