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"i knew they would kill me when they found out, but..." she struggled for words, releasing a sharp breath. "i think i realized that i would rather die because i betrayed them, than live because i betrayed all of you." the woman spoke looking at her lovers.

"well, sorry to break it to you doll, but you're not dying today." finan said smiling at her as he hugged her close, helping the injured woman to sit.

"you saved us on more than one occasion, let us return the favor." uhtred spoke as he moved to grab nilsa's hand. he held it tight in comfort while osferth reached to rub her back.

"no one is going to hurt you. i promise you that." sihtric claimed and kissed her forehead while the others nodded along with the promise.

"they speak the truth, princess." osferth whispered into her ear.