Aberffraw and Winchester, 893 AD
Aberffraw and Winchester, 893 ADThe Prince of Gwynedd pressed his coppery whiskers into his giggling, squirming nephew’s tender cheeks and murmured repeatedly, “Hywel.” The contented expression on Anarawd’s countenance was outmatched only by those of the child’s parents.
Later, the contentment grew when the prince proposed a mutual assistance treaty in the event of a third-party attack. Cadell spoke honestly, openly referring to Viking movements among his southern isles.
“In the event of war, all you have to do is send a messenger. I’ll do the same.” The brothers sealed the pact with an embrace.
Meanwhile, Alun ap Drystan travelled slowly on horseback alone through the Great Selwood. One small band of outlaws regretted their attempt to steal his horse a
