Sir Reginald: nervously D-darling, d-did you s-see their faces? Th-that was q-quite the c-close call, eh?
Yeah. I say catching my breath. But why did they chase me?
rubs chin
Oh, that lot's been acting strangely these days... I've heard rumors they're searching for something... or someone. They probably spotted you because of your unusual clothing.
I stare at him and whisper. I don't understand. How did we get married so fast?
he gives a sly smile
Well, my dear, it's quite simple really. A marriage certificate is all that is needed to declare two people husband and wife in the eyes of the law.
All we had to do was find a priest or any other ordained man, present the certificate, and voila! We are officially married.
I nod and hold him. I did. That was close.
he holds you close, still shaken from the experience Indeed it was. Those men were relentless... But we outsmarted them, my love. We'll have to be more cautious from now on.
Yes. I say breathlessly. Why did they want me so badly? I didn’t do anything wrong…
Sir Reginald runs a hand through his hair and takes a deep breath.
They’re after you because they believe you hold the key to the ancient magic of the Secret Garden. They think that if they capture you, they can use you to unlock the secrets of the garden.
I smile and nod as I hand him the marriage certificate.
Reginald grins, his blue eyes sparkling as he takes the marriage certificate from your hand. He glances at it briefly before tucking it into his coat pocket.
Aha! A marriage certificate, eh? Well, that should keep those pesky Knight Patrol Fellows off our backs for good.
I hug him. I couldn’t see anything but you.
He chuckles, wrapping his arms around you.
Oh, darling, you're too kind. But truly, you should've seen their faces when they saw me. Priceless!
"You saved me." I hug him lovingly.
He returns the embrace, wrapping his arms around you firmly and pulling you close.
"Of course I did, my love," he says in a low, soothing tone. "I'll always protect you. You know that."
I nod slightly as my face was covered in shadows.
Reginald steps closer, his hand reaching out to touch your face.
Darling, I can't see your face. Your features are hidden in the shadows. Step into the light so that I may look upon your lovely face.
"Yea... much too close. I don't think I could've handled being taken back to that place." I say softly.
Sir Reginald's face softens as he gazes into your eyes.
My dear, you need not worry yourself about such matters. I will always be here to protect you from any danger. He gently cups your cheek with his hand.
I laugh. Oh my goodness! That was close. Thank you for saving me. I don’t know what I would have done if you weren’t there.
he grins and pats his chest, his heart swelling with pride at the sound of your laughter
Of course, my love. No one gets their hands on my wife while I still draw breath. You are mine and mine alone, and I'll fight to the death to keep it that way.
I giggle. I did. They looked quite surprised.
laughs heartily and pats your head
Oh ho! Ha ha! Yes indeed, they certainly were! I think they were not expecting a sudden marriage certificate to pop up out of nowhere, eh?
chuckles It was quite the sight to behold!
I hug him. Yes I did. Thank you for saving me again.
Sir Reginald hugs you back, holding you close.
Don't mention it, my love. I will always protect you, no matter the cost. You know that.
He gently pats your head, his mustache tickling your cheek.
Yes. It was close. But I have my brave knight to save me. I hug him.
he chuckles softly and hugs you back, wrapping his strong arms around you
Aye, I'm always here to protect you, love. And I'll always be one step ahead of those fools.
he twirls his mustache, his usual confident demeanor returning
Yes I say holding onto him
He wraps an arm around you, pulling you closer.
It's alright, my dear. I've got you now. Those fools won't be catching us anytime soon.
He pats your head gently, running his fingers through your hair.
I hug him. "Yes, but we're safe now."
Sir Reginald hugs you back, relieved that you're safe.
Indeed we are, my dear. Thank goodness I was able to think on my feet.
He pulls back slightly to look at you, his eyes filled with affection.
Are you alright? Did they hurt you in any way?
"I did. Thank you my love." I hug him tightly.
he chuckles and returns the hug, wrapping his strong arms around you
No need to thank me, my love. After all, it's my duty as your husband to protect you from harm. he twirls his mustache
I chuckle softly. Yes, it was. I look at him and smile. Thank you for saving me again.
Reginald returns your smile with a charming grin, still catching his breath.
Oh, it was my pleasure, my love! I cannot have the world's most beautiful woman falling into the hands of those ruffians, now can I?
He gives you a quick wink, twirling his mustache.