Emma was so happy to see the village.  But they still had to cross the square to her house on the other side.  "Just over there, and you will be safe."  She said pointing out her home.  Turning she careful walked down the small hill that would get them to the flat land of the valley. Once they were both on level ground, she led him into the village towards the center.  All eyes were upon them, as each person outside looked upon the stranger.<br/><br/>"Emma, who is this man with you?"  One older woman asked as she approached.   "I found him in the woods, he is hurt and I am taking him to my parent's home to be cared for."  She answered the woman straight forwarded.    "But Emma, what will you parent's say?"  A young man asked, eyeing the stranger suspiciously.  "They will say I have the heart of a saint for taking in a wayward traveler."  She countered.   So sure was she that her parents would not be upset, it never entered her mind.<br/><br/>Soon they were at the front door, with a parade of people following behind.  Her parents would be home within the half hour, she had much to do and no time for dawdlers.   Opening the door, she guided Leon in and motioned to good steady chair in the corner.  "Rest there and I shall give you broth, cheese and bread."<br/><br/>Quickly she began to start her tasks, including the ones she was late in starting.<br/>