Once Ashlynn made her proclamation, she made her way slowly off the dais, relying on Ollie to support her and Jocelynn to guide her on her way.
Before she left the Great Hall, however, Ashlynn paused at the side of the hall where her allies had gathered.
"Thank you," she said, bowing her head low to the group that included Loghlan Dunn, Captain Devlin, Sir Beathan, Diarmuid, and so many others. "I don't have words right now to express how much your support tonight meant to me," she said. "In the days to come, I'll give my thanks properly, I promise..."
"Lady Ashlynn," Sir Elgon said, stepping forward and interrupting her. "You're too much like your father, worrying about your crew when you should be caring for yourself. Lord Rhys raised two amazing daughters, and we know you won't forget us come morning, but for now, do as Master Isabell said and get some sleep. The rest will keep till dawn."
