“My discomfort?” she said, and I almost echoed the same. Could he sense that she was pregnant?
“You’re favoring your left knee. I’m guessing it’s an old injury that flares up from time to time.”
Her cheeks reddened. “Um, yes. It is a little twinge. You’re very observant.”
“You have a long journey ahead of you.”
Her eyes widened. “What?”
“These mountains are a journey for everyone. Lots of walking. The salve will help.” He winked and drew the bridge back up again. “Come. I hope you haven’t eaten. We have plenty for breakfast.”
As he walked away, Nyx reached down and touched her knee. She caught me looking, narrowed her eyes, and joined the rest of the group as she walked away. I examined her gait. She wasn’t limping, but she was favoring her right leg just a little.
Furious as I was,
