"My confidence was gained in all the wrong places, Abia.  On the battlefield, scared out of my mind, and suddenly noticing those around me were looking at me.  All of them too scared to take charge, expecting me to lead them into battle.  After that moment, standing on a stage, singing and strumming my lute seems not that fearsome.  Just don't expect too many encores from me.  I usually prefer to sit and observe others instead of having them watch me make a fool of myself."<br/><br/>He was about to take his first bite when a wee lass sat down next to him and introduced herself.<br/><br/>"Hello Eliza.  I'm Nathan."  He took her hand and gave it a kiss, giving Abia a subtle wink in the process.   Two women for company?  What could be better?