History Has Its Eyes On Me

Yvain mab Urien. Brother to Morfydd. Husband to Laudine. Failing at both.

[ladyofthefountain]

yvainthelionknight‌:

Yvain smiled. “That sounds nice.” Although the memories of his time in Broceliande were clouded by the shadow of the early events - he was responsible for the death of her husband in a way, after all - everything seemed brighter and better when she was part of it. “We can go tomorrow if the weather allows - if you’d like?” he offered.

“I’d like that,” Laudine nodded. She felt a little scared, if she were honest, like she was taking a step out and didn’t know if or how far she might fall or whether there was any solid ground beneath her - but she also knew she had let fear and pride rule her for too longer, and that if there was a chance she could make things work with her husband then it was a chance she had to take. “I’ll see you tomorrow.”

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“Hmmm, maybe we could go for a ride, just the two of us, like we used to do in Broceliande?” Laudine suggested after a moment’s thought. It had been on those sorts of days, when it was only them alone in the world, that she had first fallen in love with him, despite the disapproval of her court and the knowledge that their relationship would be difficult. Perhaps bringing back the memories of those times would also help bridge the gap between them a little more.

Yvain smiled. “That sounds nice.” Although the memories of his time in Broceliande were clouded by the shadow of the early events - he was responsible for the death of her husband in a way, after all - everything seemed brighter and better when she was part of it. “We can go tomorrow if the weather allows - if you’d like?” he offered.

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“I’d like that,” Laudine nodded, smiling softly. Now that some of her anger had faded, all she wanted was to spend time with him - to get to know him again and try to find out if they really could make their marriage work this time. It meant more that she knew how to say that he would make the effort to do that.

Yvain smiled, happy she didn’t disregard his suggestion. “I’m sure he’ll give us the permission, it’s not like there’s a battle lurking behind a corner or anything. And we can do whatever you would like, just say the word and I’ll make it happen,” he said eagerly.

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“Well, apparently it’s not that easy to fall out of love,” Laudine said, watching him with a soft expression. The gods knew, she had done her utmost to stop loving him when he had been gone, but it had proved impossible to cut him out of her heart. Loving him was just something she did, the same way she breathed. She didn’t know how to stop. “So I’m afraid you’re stuck with me.”

“I’m afraid you are stuck with me,“ he corrected her with a loving smile. “For me it’s the best thing I could ask for.“ He took her hand and kissed her knuckles gently. “I can ask the king for a few days off so we can spend some time together, if you’d like?“ he suggested with hope in his voice.

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[yvainthelionknight]

morganttudd‌:

The story left him laughing even more.  “The bards must have a lot to say of your adventures,” he said with a wide grin.  “So…the horse caused the injury or your lion?”

Yvain grinned. “I’m glad I can still make people laugh, even if they’re laughing at me and my misery,” he remarked. “The horse did, the lion would never hurt me. He didn’t even mean to scare the horse, he was just walking! The horse was just being too dramatic, if you ask me.” He chuckled.

[yvainthelionknight]

morganttudd‌:

Morgant was thinking that it did good to worry a little about things but Yvain made him laugh instead.  “Nothing serious at all,” he said, shaking his head.  “Can’t imagine why she would be upset.  Well, best explain what happened and let me have a look.”

“I was taking a walk with my lion, as one does, and we encountered this horse and it got frightened for some reason,” Yvain chuckled. “I know it sounds weird but trust me, I’m pretty much describing my normal day.”

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“Well, no, I don’t suppose it did,” Laudine said, a mix of amusement and exasperation in her tone. “But still doesn’t mean it can’t do a lot of harm.” She started folding up the leftover bandages, but looked up, slightly mollified, at his promise. “That’s all I ask.”

Yvain sighed. “I’m sorry. I keep promising you to be better and then I go and do something even more stupid. I’m sorry.” He moved a little in his seat to adjust the bandages on his body. “I can’t believe you didn’t give up on me yet. I can only promise I’ll try harder.” Though he was fairly sure he’d mess up again, soon enough.

[yvainthelionknight]

morganttudd‌:

Morgant looked up as Yvain entered, nodded and returned his smile.  “It’s no bother,” the physician insisted, knowing that coming here was the last place most people wished to be.  Since they came to have illnesses and injuries tended, rather visiting from any interest in his research or work with plants, he couldn’t blame them.

Before Yvain even mentioned his wife, Morgant was covertly looking for tell-tale signs of ailment.  Observation was as important as the information given to him by his patients. “Quiet today but how are things with you?  What has Laudine worried?”

“Ah, you know how she is. Everything gets her worried. I might have been stamped on by a horse, nothing too serious.” He was joking, of course, though he was really feeling quite fine. One or two broken ribs, maybe, but he’s had much worse before.

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Morgant grabbed another green stalk from the large pile in front of him and began stripping the leaves.  Much of the morning had been spent in the garden collecting ingredients to be used in his work and now all that was left to do was store them.  It wasn’t a straightforward a process.  Some required drying.  Others needed to be infused into water to be of any use.  Still others, such as the plant he held in his hand, required more immediate use and could not be stored.  It was silent work but it was one of the more relaxing of his duties.  

Morgant heard someone enter the sun-filled room.  Not looking up, he said, “Can I help you?”

[yvainthelionknight]

Yvain knocked at the wood as he leaned against the doorframe, waiting to be invited inside. When the physician noticed him, he nodded in greetings, stepping in slowly. “Good morning, Morgant,” he said, managing to produce a small smile. “Sorry for bothering you, but my wife would probably never forgive me if I didn’t come.” He sounded apologetic but deep down he knew he really should’ve come here much sooner. “How are things?”

[yvainthelionknight]

Dear Yvain, May you find happiness always. Sincerely, Your secret admirer.

Yvain smiled. “Thank you, I wish the same to you, too.”

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“Stamped on by a horse?” Laudine repeated, eyes wide with alarm. Having Yvain in front of her, whole and alive, did not lessen the immediate jolt of fear that ran down her spine. He was lucky to have come away with only a few bruises. “How does that just happen? Yvain, you could have been killed!”

“I’m sure it wouldn’t get that far,” he laughed nervously. “And I’m sure the horse didn’t mean it.” Yvain had a feeling that this wasn’t exactly what she’d like to hear. “I’ll be more careful, I promise,” he added quickly.

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“Try me,” Laudine suggested, one eyebrow quirking upwards. Given that a few months ago she would never have believed they could be sat like this, close and joking, she was not so willing to dismiss things without question. “Careful,” she admonished gently. “You don’t have to pretend with me, you know.”

“I got stamped on by a horse, maybe?” he started slowly, already hearing how stupid it sounded. “It wasn’t even my horse and I wasn’t even riding it. It just... happened.” Could the horse get scared by the lion he was walking through the woods with? Possibly. Would he admit that? Never.

[ladyofthefountain]

“There, that should help until you can see the physician, at least,” Laudine said as she tied off the bandages. “How on earth did that happen, anyway?”

[yvainthelionknight]

“You probably wouldn’t believe me if I told you,” Yvain chuckled, hissing with pain as he did. “That was not a good idea. I’m fine, I’m fine,” he assured her quickly.

[ladyofthefountain]

yvainthelionknight‌:

The smile on her face was a reassurance and Yvain promised himself he’d always remember this moment. The lion yawned lazily and the knight turned his head to his companion with a chuckle. “I think we’re bothering him with talking,” he pointed out. “Would you like to go get something to eat?” Yvain stood up and offered his hand for her to take. This was a good start.

Glancing over at the lion, Laudine laughed. “My apologies, sir.”

Turning back to Yvain, she nodded and smile, reaching out to take his hand. “Yes, that sounds lovely.”

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

Laudine nodded, lips curling into a small smile. Despite everything, she still loved him with all her heart, and when he looked at her so earnestly it was enough to make every objection she might have fly away. They would both try, and this time they would get it right, she told herself. They had to.

The smile on her face was a reassurance and Yvain promised himself he’d always remember this moment. The lion yawned lazily and the knight turned his head to his companion with a chuckle. “I think we’re bothering him with talking,” he pointed out. “Would you like to go get something to eat?” Yvain stood up and offered his hand for her to take. This was a good start.

[yvainthelionknight]

ladyofthefountain‌:

“I want to believe you,” Laudine said, reaching up to place her hand against his cheek. She thought he was right; she probably wouldn’t believe him entirely until he did come back. The trust had been shaken too much for it be otherwise. But for the first time she didn’t feel quite so afraid to take the risk. “And I will try not to … to let my fear get in the way.”

Yvain smiled happily. “Thank you. I will listen to your every wish and I promise we will make this work.” He turned his head to place a kiss in her hand before taking it in his. “Whatever it takes to make you happy,” he smiled.

[yvainthelionknight]

Can't say how the days will unfold, Can't change what the future may hold But, I want you in it Every hour, every minute

All I want to do Is come running home to you Come running home to you And all my life I promise to Keep running home to you Keep running home To you

@ladyofthefountain