Kate expected his silence and puzzlement. She had seen this expression on some of the guard's faces. Lord Lyons took in many former areana fighters and rehiblitated them. Kate was never allowed to interact with them. The mage cradeled his branded hand. It must have hurt like fire to marred as such. Kate did not understand what the brand ment. *Papa will know."<br/><br/>Kate placed one hand on his palm and the other on top of the old scar. She closed her eyes and whispered spell words. He would feel a soft heat that slowly penetrated his body, warming him as light wounds healed."<br/>The mage opened her eyes and smiled, "That should feel better. You have the strength of a bear. Never will you be forced to fight. After you have eaten, I will give you a bath. Do you want your own room or share mine?"<br/><br/>Katie placed his hand under the sheep skin on his stomach. "The rest of you wounds I will tend while you eat. Would you like venison or fish James. Do not worry, I have herbs to settle your stomach. Gads no one tended to you while coming here. Please rest and sleep as long as you want. Consider being here a long holiday."<br/><br/>Kate spoke to James as she headed to the kitchen off the living room. The living room, dining room, and kitchen were in one space. He could see her from the couch. Kate gathered a plate, mug and saucer, and placed a kettle she filled with water from the sink. When the kettle began boiling she removed it. She added snow from an ice box. Do you want sugar in your tea?"