A Hollow Vow

Proud but a bit worried, Albin delivers Lord Scales's letter to King Edward IV. He has already found discomfort in being a messenger. Later, he discovers danger as well. King Henry VI and powerful supporters of his lurk in Scotland. But the secret ones in England pose a greater threat-especially to King Edward IV. Albin wonders if the Duke of Somerset is still loyal to King Henry VI. He served close to Queen Margaret. There are even rumors that they were lovers. Nevertheless, King Edward seems to have made a house-pet of the man. A huge man overhears Albin and Gilbert talking about delivering money for Margaret. Albin realizes the listener must think the money was for their deposed queen. He fears the man will catch and torture him for information. Worse, that man teams with a brother as big as himself.