“Sleep, Siana, rest with me and let tomorrow take care of itself.” He curled her into his side and pillowed her head on his shoulder. “Just rest.” She let the doubt and the fear fall away, letting herself relax in the circle of his arms until she was tranquil and slack, and sleep stole her away.

She slept late and woke to the smells and sounds of cooking. She was curled up on her side with her hair everywhere and she was sure she looked absolutely splendid. When she ...