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She got up and started to leave the room. "Lucy," he called softly.
She turned to look at him. "I'll remember looking at you last night in the moonlight. I'll remember that for the rest of my life."
She smiled sweetly, "Goodnight Aiden."
"Night sweetheart."
He sighed and fixed his covers. He'd need a lot because Lucy wasn't there to warm his back.
The next morning was chaotic. Breakfast was ready for the men, but the women were all upstairs getting ready for the wedding.
Aiden felt restless. Mr. Ferguson told him he'd drive him to the church in the wagon. He also told him there was a cabin back in the woods a ways where they could go to share their wedding night and days if they wanted to. "Thank you. I don't know if I have thanked you for all you've done for me and Lucy."
"No need son, this is the most excitement we've had for a while. I guess you know my woman thinks a lot of Lucy."
"I know, so do I."
"She's a good little gal."
"Thanks."
"Anyone tell you that you clean up well?"
"I had a nice bath last night in that tub you told me about. Sure, was warm. I stayed in it until the water got cold."
"You want kids?"
"Sure, in time. But I want a little time with her. Just her. I never felt this way about a woman before Mr. Ferguson. I mean, I've known her for years, loved her, but it wasn't until this last time that I realized she wasn't a little girl anymore."
Mr. Ferguson laughed. "You got a lot of years ahead of you boy. Enjoy them."
"I hope we can. Mr. Ferguson, are you ailing?"
"No sir, I'm fine. Just not as strong as I used to be. Can't get the work done that needs doin'. I used to keep this place in good shape. But lately, it needs some work."
"Don't you worry your head about that. Me and Angus can handle it. If war breaks out there might be another couple comin' to help out."
"Oh, tell me about them."
"They are a nice couple from Philadelphia. Their the ones that lost a daughter to the Sioux."
"Oh yes, I remember you telling us about them. Well, they are welcome as can be."
"Thanks, now I want you and your wife to quit worrying about the place."
"That takes a load off my mind, right there." Mr. Ferguson chuckled.
"I know you can son. I know it. And I'm glad we figured this all out between us. My kids will appreciate it too. They worry so much. Now they don't have to."
"I'm glad they feel that way, sir."
"Do you need me to tell you about the birds and the bees?" he asked with a chuckle.
"Uh… no sir. I think I got that figured out."
Mr. Ferguson burst out laughing as they headed for the church.
Angus and Pumpkin were all spruced up and left early to help decorate the church for them.
