Page 70 of Ladybird

“Hunter saved Regina’s life as well,” Robin pointed out, being more of a godsend than Hunter could even have imagined.

Madoc looked down to his goblet, swirling the contents as he responded. “Even if I didn’t think so at first, your father, Robert did prove to be a good man in the end.”

“Thank you, my lord,” said Hunter. “I will be a good husband to Regina. I promise you that I will be even a better man than my father.”

“I see.” Madoc put down the cup and paced the floor, not saying a word. Then he stopped and walked back to Hunter. “I know how you feel, Hunter. I was once naught but a thief before I discovered that I was truly a noble. Therefore, I can see both sides of the situation here.”

“Then you’ll give me your approval and your blessing to marry your daughter?”

“This is really what Regina wants?” Madoc looked up, squinting one eye.

“It is, my lord. It is what we both want.” Hunter held his breath waiting for his answer.

“Father, it is what Regina told us just an hour ago, I assure you,” agreed Robin, coming to Hunter’s rescue once again.

“She was in her right mind at the time?” asked Madoc. “I mean, she did take a hard blow to the head.”

“She was sane,” Hunter assured him. “Although, I have to admit that I am still a little in awe that I am the one she wants to marry.”

That made them all laugh.

“Robin, give this man some wine so we can celebrate,” instructed Madoc.

“Celebrate?” asked Hunter, needing more of a definite answer.

Madoc walked over and picked up his goblet and held it high in the air. “Hunter Chase, you have my approval as well as my blessing to marry my daughter, Regina. Welcome to the family. But I must warn you, that you have no idea what you’re getting yourself into.”

“Thank you, my lord. I will welcome whatever is thrown my way,” said Hunter, taking his cup from Robin and holding it high as well. “I have never been happier in my life than I am right now. Thank you, both. I am honored to be part of your family.”