"And thee," he hears Alain murmur, while he wrestles with the sudden lump in his throat.

(Roland's love is my love)

"Aye," he manages, squeezing her hand tight - and then flashing a bright teasing smile at her. "So be careful, Sue, or thee'll have all three of us reclining at yer feet now."

Susan laughs, and his heart lifts to see it.