status: open location: lochs
since returning to scotland, ragnar found himself to be less than hopeful about the goal for peace. all those he had gone to meet with declined his invitation, with some even mocking the idea. now that he was back, he began to question whether peace was even attainable. he yearned for the simpler days of his past, when his only concerns were tending to his farm and cherishing moments with his children who were now all grown up with little time for him.
a heavy sigh escaped the viking as he shifted his weight as he watched people glide across the icy surface of the lake. he contemplated whether he should make another attempt to secure an audience with the king, as his last request had been disregarded. as he turned to depart, he accidentally collided with someone, quickly ushering out an apology while extending his arm to steady the person. “ i apologize, are you alright? ” he asked with genuine concern.