Grounded By Love (The Giant Wars #2)(73)

"The probability of him living is much better now?" Kaeldar asked, as he pushed a plate of food towards her.

She popped a piece of cheese into her sweet little mouth, as she nodded her head to his question.

"His family will be glad to hear that. Any hope of him living will be a relief to them." He thought for a quick second, and then asked, "Has he ever regained consciousness?"

"A couple times, after the fever. He spoke, but it was in your language. Though I don't know your language, I would assume he isn't actually aware of his surroundings, since his eyes seemed a little too hazy to me. I tried talking to him, but again there was no response I understood."

"I wouldn't mind if you would let me know the moment he does understand where he is and what he is talking about—."

"How would I know?" She cut him off, before he could continue talking.

"He knows a bit of your language, and if he sees a human female I’m sure... actually forget that. I’m going to assign a guard to stay in the room with you, in case he decides to attack you."

A look of alarm crossed over her face. Clearly, that idea had never come across her mind.

"I’m sure he won't, but he might worry he’s been captured by humans." He rushed to reassure her. “He isn’t the kind of man to act and ask questions later. He is even tempered and kind.”

Claira didn't look relieved, but he hoped she knew he would never let her be in the same room with a rock giant who might hurt her without him by her side. He just wanted the reassurance.

"I had an idea earlier." He prompted, as he took a bite of meat.

"What’s the idea?"

"I was thinking, if you save his life, you might be interested in having your own healer's profession here at the castle. I’m sure, once he’s healed, other rock giants will be inclined to ask you for assistance."

A twinkle appeared in her eyes, as she beamed. "My own healing practice would hold a lot of interest with me, but we should wait and see if I am actually able to save his life before we start making any plans."

"You are right, we should wait, but I wanted to give you time to think about it."





Chapter 19


It would be the first night in a few days where she would be sleeping next to him again. Her stomach wouldn't stop flipping. Amazing how nervous she was, and it was probably because she was excited to have a full night’s sleep next to a warm man.

Sleeping on a chair these past nights hadn’t allowed her much rest. Which was probably a good thing, since she had to watch over a man who was critically injured.

"It will be nice to sleep in a bed once again." She said dreamily, as they entered his chamber. As she flopped down onto his bed, he walked over to his wardrobe and opened it.

"The seamstress finished all of your dresses, if you would enjoy taking a glance over them, before I make the payment."

Claira stood and walked over to take a look at the dresses hanging inside the wardrobe. They were all so stunning, better than she could’ve ever imagined.

"She did such a lovely job. Thank you so much for allowing me to get this many." She beamed up at him, as she ran her fingers over the silky fabrics. Never before had she owned so many dresses, especially of such quality.

“With my healing, I fear these might get ruined.” She hadn’t thought about that before.

“I have already thought of that.” He pointed to a couple more dresses. “That is why I had her make a couple simple wool dresses for you. I realize you might not always have time to change before healing, but I will just replace any that get stained.”

“I don’t know what to say, I’m just glad you’re helping me to form a relationship with these other giants.”

“Thank you is always a good place to start.”

Smiling she nodded her agreement, “Of course. Thank you for your generosity.”

She turned back to the dresses, while Kaeldar backed away from the wardrobe allowing her to get a better view of the colorful display.

This was the first time she was able to de-stress and relax. She was fairly confident the rock giant warrior would to make it now, since she had seen him over the worst part. Unless he relapsed, he was in the clear, but she thought it unlikely he would, for he was strong and resilient.

"I can't wait to wear one of these." They were simple, but still elegant, and they were all her own, because Kaeldar was such a generous man.

Walking over to him she wrapped her arms around his neck and stretched her body up against his own. He could be a ruthless warrior, but he also was a thoughtful man. It was a confusing mix, and she wasn’t sure how she felt about it all.

"Thank you for the dresses. It will be nice to wear a dress again instead of these boys clothing you have loaned me."

Kaeldar switched topics. "Will you be going back to tend to the warrior in the morning?"

"Yes. I think he should be all right until then, and I really need to get some rest in a bed or I won't be able to stay awake for another day."

She watched his dark eyes. Was that love in them that she could see or was it just her imagination? She could just be seeing what she wanted, rather than the truth.

"I heard from the guards I’ve posted by his room that the warrior is looking much better. I thought you might like to know the rock giants have been talking about you and your skills with healing. You appear to be rising in their opinions."