revnashieldmaiden

[revnashieldmaiden]

A tingling sensation teases at my stomach from Tessa’s words, hearing her call me a good girl sends a shiver through my body. “Yes…he’s a very good boy…He’s making me feel so good….” I softly moan as I look down into Sihtric’s eyes. I hold on to one of Tessa’s hands as she continues to caress my face and hair.

The softness of Sihtric’s tongue caressing my nub and the gentle sucking, are threatening to send me over the edge. I can feel the tremor starting in my legs as my core tightens up. My walls act as if they trying to clench around something… anything. I know I asked Sihtric not to hump me….but it’s getting so hard not to beg for it, to fill the emptiness inside me. I can feel myself getting so close…

@asksihtrickjartansen

I’m not sure which is worse…the nightmares that wake me in a panic, or the dreams of Finan haunting my sleep. That night in the forest…when he asked me to be his wife…and the passion we shared. The images replaying in my mind when I sleep no matter how hard I try to forget.

I get swept up in the feelings of Finan in my dreams, of him taking me and showing me how good it can feel to be with a man. I don’t realize the fire he ignites in me as I’m lost in the moment causes me to seek out the warmth next to me in the bed I share with Sihtric and Tessa. The longing in my body as my hips rub up against whoever is next to me….

@asksihtrickjartansen @mrsarnasdelicious

[revnashieldmaiden]

“Revna!!” Osferth rings out happily, striding over to you and giving you a big hug.

“Is it not beautiful? Is it not the place?!”

“It’s the place! It’s the place!”

He dances around you happily, almost childlike, before bringing his hands to grip at your arms.

“Revna, it is the place. God has spoken. The Gods have spoken,” he gives her a mischevious smile.

@thebabymonk868

I can’t help but lightly laugh at Osferth’s exuberance as I watch him dance around me. His excitement matches my own. “Yes…Osferth…I do believe this is the place.” I nod at him. “Let’s just hope the others feel the same way.”

I do believe the Gods have spoken as I look in the direction where the raven flew off to. “A place for new beginnings….”

[revnashieldmaiden]

After the long journey to Rumcofa, I am anxious for rest and to wash dirt from our travels from my body. It’s bitter cold outside, but thankfully the sun is out. Maybe it’ll warm up enough this afternoon that I can take a quick dip in the river. Despite the weariness from the journey, I feel a restlessness to explore. To familiarize myself with the town.

As I walk through the village, I am relieved to see smiling faces from the people that call this place their home. I feel a sense of peace enter my heart, as I return their smiles. I overheard the man in the Great Hall tell Uhtred there were several cottages that were vacant, that would be perfect for his men. I can’t help but wonder which houses are available, as I imagine a life here, among these people. 

I see a raven perched in the thatch of a roof of one of the small cottages in the village. I pause in my walking as I watch the beautiful bird. I recall a story my father told me of my birth. There was a raven perched outside the window as my mother brought me into the world. Shortly after I was born the raven let out a caw as he took flight, as if he was off to tell Odin of my arrival. I smile as I watch the raven, a feeling of calm washing over me. The bird looks at me, as if he’s staring into my very soul, before he takes off in flight. I can’t help but wonder if it is a sign from the Gods that I’m where I’m supposed to be.

@thedarkprinceofulaid @asksihtrickjartansen @askuhtredragnarson @thebabymonk868

*Tentatively after goodbyes*

The journey to Rumcofa has been long and hard, but Uhtred remains hopeful that they have found their home. As he and his men enter the village in the morning hours, he sees people starting to go about their day. He feels a smile come to his face despite his weariness. It’s not Coccham, but it appears to be a decent sized village, with a mixture of Danes and Saxons. He feels hopeful that all of them will fit in here and be welcomed.

He reins his horse in at the stables, turning his stallion over to a stable boy to be cared for, as he grabs his bags. He heads to the largest building in the village assuming it may be the Great Hall, that will be home to him and Gisela should they decide to make their home here. He smiles as he walks inside, it looks similar to the home they left behind. Tall ceilings with a loft. The hall has a long table, big enough for the whole family to gather, and a hearth. There are other rooms off to the sides.

A man approaches him with an inquisitive look on his face. Uhtred looks him over, before announcing who he is and why he’s there. “I’m Lord Uhtred…I have been sent here by Lady Aethelflaed to determine if I want to take over lordship of this village. My men and I will be staying here for at least a few days to explore and make a decision on if this will be our home.” Uhtred looks behind him at Sihtric, Finan, Osferth and Revna, a smile already on his face.

The man takes in the group, his mouth quickly lifting in a smile. “Welcome…to Rumcofa.”

@thedarkprinceofulaid @asksihtrickjartansen @thebabymonk868

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[revnashieldmaiden]

The way Finan is looking at me, I feel a flicker of hope, that things will work out how they should. I find myself getting anxious to leave so that we can get to Rumcofa, if I can wait that long. It’s going to be a long journey, but it’ll be worth it.

I smile at Finan. “Yes…first light..”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

Finan stands in the doorframe of your chamber, for a moment just watching you as you move about and continue to pack your things. He speaks softly as not to startle you.

“Are ya ready for the journey, Lady?”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I look up at Finan in surprise, hearing his voice, as I quickly shuffle the remaining items in my bag. “Yes…I believe I have everything ready.” I touch a small pocket on my armor just to be sure I’m not forgetting anything.

“So.. you have decided to go?” I ask curiously, suddenly a little nervous with how the journey will go.

[revnashieldmaiden]

I feel my heart start to race and a flutter in my stomach with the thought of having Finan close to me, even if it’s just for the journey. The hardest part is going to be keeping myself from wanting him to take me in his arms. To tell me he loves me. To show me he means it. But can I trust him? There’s only one way to know for sure what’s in his heart…and that will depend on the Gods.

“I’m excited to go too, it’ll be nice to get away from …” I glance away from Finan briefly. “…from every that’s happened…To have a new beginning, and hopefully a home.”

Despite what ever happens between us, I have no intention of returning to Saltwic. This place harbors too many bad memories. It’ll always be the place I lost Finan.

“Maybe I can put you on your arse again, if we get a chance to do some more sparring.” I tease him with a smirk on my face. 

I place my hand on his chest. “I’ll be fine on the journey, I just hope I don’t make you feel uncomfortable.”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

Finan stands in the doorframe of your chamber, for a moment just watching you as you move about and continue to pack your things. He speaks softly as not to startle you.

“Are ya ready for the journey, Lady?”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I look up at Finan in surprise, hearing his voice, as I quickly shuffle the remaining items in my bag. “Yes…I believe I have everything ready.” I touch a small pocket on my armor just to be sure I’m not forgetting anything.

“So.. you have decided to go?” I ask curiously, suddenly a little nervous with how the journey will go.

[revnashieldmaiden]

Finan stands in the doorframe of your chamber, for a moment just watching you as you move about and continue to pack your things. He speaks softly as not to startle you.

“Are ya ready for the journey, Lady?”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I look up at Finan in surprise, hearing his voice, as I quickly shuffle the remaining items in my bag. “Yes…I believe I have everything ready.” I touch a small pocket on my armor just to be sure I’m not forgetting anything.

“So.. you have decided to go?” I ask curiously, suddenly a little nervous with how the journey will go.

[revnashieldmaiden]

I spend the day before we leave to go to Rumcofa preparing for the journey. I procured some new clothes and and a heavy fur lined cloak to chase away the cold. The thing I am most excited about is the new armor that the leather smith was able to quickly prepare for me. My hands travel down the black leather as it hugs my form but is loose enough not to restrict my movements. I still have a few things left to gather when I hear a man call out to me.

“Lady!…I have it done for you. Took me a little longer to get it done, but it turned out beautifully.” The dark haired man holds up the object wrapped in leather.

I suck in a breath. I had forgotten about that, with everything that has happened. Seems like a lifetime ago. I feel that familiar pain flare out in my chest.

The man opens the bundle showing off his handy work, an excited look on his face. “I think your husband will be mighty pleased with it.”

I look over the man’s craftsmanship as tears start to cloud my vision. “It’s very beautiful…” I praise him. “I’m sure he would have been very happy with it.”

I carefully wrap the object with the leather, tying the leather lace securely before placing it in my bag. I pay the man the rest that I owe him. “Thank you for making this for me… for him.” I softly smile at the man, trying to hide the pain in my eyes.

As I return to Sihtric and Tessa’s chambers, I hang on to the hope that Osferth’s plan will work, and I’ll finally be whole again.

[revnashieldmaiden]

My head tilts back as I lose myself in the pleasure of Sihtric’s mouth and tongue finally touching me where I need it most. It feels as if all the blood in my body has rushed between my thighs, and his slightest touch causes an intense current of desire to wash over me. I feel myself writhing on the bed as breathy moans escape my mouth.

A shiver courses through my body as I feel a knot tightening in my core. The promise of a release so close. I reach out to Tessa, grabbing her hand needing something to hold on to to ground me. The warmth of Sihtric’s hand on my stomach comforting as I feel myself letting go more and more of my fears. Letting myself relax into his touch.

“Gods…. Sihtric…you make me.. feel so good…” I softly say between ragged breaths.

@asksihtrickjartansen

I’m not sure which is worse…the nightmares that wake me in a panic, or the dreams of Finan haunting my sleep. That night in the forest…when he asked me to be his wife…and the passion we shared. The images replaying in my mind when I sleep no matter how hard I try to forget.

I get swept up in the feelings of Finan in my dreams, of him taking me and showing me how good it can feel to be with a man. I don’t realize the fire he ignites in me as I’m lost in the moment causes me to seek out the warmth next to me in the bed I share with Sihtric and Tessa. The longing in my body as my hips rub up against whoever is next to me….

@asksihtrickjartansen @mrsarnasdelicious

[revnashieldmaiden]

“Yes!…oh Gods yes!… please Sihtric… I don’t know how much more I can take of this waiting. I need this.” I whimper.

I can feel the heat pooling in my back as I arch towards him, desperately trying to close the distance from what I want…what I need. The fire he has kindled in me raging out of control.

I’m so focused on Sihtric and the pleasure he’s dangling in front of me, that I almost don’t notice Tessa sit up. My cheeks blush at how wantonly I’m desiring what her husband can offer me. I only hope she doesn’t mind, because I don’t think I could stop now, even if I wanted to.

@asksihtrickjartansen

I’m not sure which is worse…the nightmares that wake me in a panic, or the dreams of Finan haunting my sleep. That night in the forest…when he asked me to be his wife…and the passion we shared. The images replaying in my mind when I sleep no matter how hard I try to forget.

I get swept up in the feelings of Finan in my dreams, of him taking me and showing me how good it can feel to be with a man. I don’t realize the fire he ignites in me as I’m lost in the moment causes me to seek out the warmth next to me in the bed I share with Sihtric and Tessa. The longing in my body as my hips rub up against whoever is next to me….

@asksihtrickjartansen @mrsarnasdelicious

[revnashieldmaiden]

I feel a fluttering of my stomach muscles as Sihtric’s mouth travels lower. The softness of his lips and the wetness of his tongue leaving a trail of heat in their wake. The ache in my core is getting stronger the longer its demands are not met.

My body responds to his words. I can feel myself dripping for him, eager for him to taste me. Eager to feel the touch of his tongue on my most delicate spot. My heart already pounding as my breathing gets ragged. I look down into his mischievous eyes. I can see that he is enjoying seeing me come undone. Seeing the neediness in my eyes.

“Please…Sihtric…please give my body what it needs…I need a release from this hunger…” I softly beg.

@asksihtrickjartansen

I’m not sure which is worse…the nightmares that wake me in a panic, or the dreams of Finan haunting my sleep. That night in the forest…when he asked me to be his wife…and the passion we shared. The images replaying in my mind when I sleep no matter how hard I try to forget.

I get swept up in the feelings of Finan in my dreams, of him taking me and showing me how good it can feel to be with a man. I don’t realize the fire he ignites in me as I’m lost in the moment causes me to seek out the warmth next to me in the bed I share with Sihtric and Tessa. The longing in my body as my hips rub up against whoever is next to me….

@asksihtrickjartansen @mrsarnasdelicious

[revnashieldmaiden]

I’m surprised at Osferth’s suggestion, never expecting it to come from him. I guess Sihtric and Tessa’s pagan ways have rubbed off on him.

I smile at Osferth as I take the offered vial of oil and the piece of parchment, tucking them away in my armor. “Thank you, Osferth. I hope Freya will smile down on us and bless our union.” I feel the first inkling of hope in my heart. Hope that this pain that has plagued my heart will finally be gone, and I’ll finally be with the man that I am meant to be with.

I squeeze Osferth’s hand, before I get up to head back to Sihtric and Tessa’s chambers.

@thebabymonk868

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.

[revnashieldmaiden]

I take in Osferth’s words, the weight of them heavy on my heart. I remember Finan telling me the story of his past, of the woman he loved who was killed because of his betrayal. He didn’t mention the rape, probably to spare me from remembering my own past. Or maybe it was too painful for him to reveal. Maybe that is why he pushed me away, because I remind him of her.

“I still feel that Thor led Finan to me for a reason. I could have died there, bleeding out from my wound, but Finan saved me. He protected me when I was vulnerable. He showed me what it’s like to be cared for by a man, after I had sworn off men because of my own dark past.” I look in Osferth’s eyes. “He showed me what I hope was love…cause that’s what it felt like to me. He gave me hope, for a future of my dreams, of having a family… and man to stand by my side.”

“Maybe the Gods brought us together to heal each other. Maybe they were giving Finan a second chance at what he lost with the woman that was taken from him. And for me…a chance to know the love of a man, and not live in fear of only being abused by them.” I take Osferth’s hand in mine, giving it a little squeeze.

“I just wish I knew how to show him that… how to convince him that we both deserve happiness.” I softly say.

@thebabymonk868

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.

[revnashieldmaiden]

I try to hold back the tears. I’ve already shed too many. I swallow back the hitch in my throat, before I speak. “I just want him to be happy, even if it’s at the cost of my own. How can I compete with her? He’s been in love with her for so long. Longer than he’s known me.” I glance up at Osferth’s face, my eyes misty from holding back my tears.

“I don’t even know if he was really in love with me. I was probably just a distraction from what he was feeling for her. If he was truly in love with me, why did he let me go so quickly?” I look at Osferth hoping that he has the answers to the questions plaguing me.

@thebabymonk868

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.

[revnashieldmaiden]

I avoid looking in Osferth’s eyes least he sees the pain in mine. “I’m fine… nothing’s hurt.” Except the pain in my heart.

I look away for a moment. “It was foolish of me to do that… to challenge him. I don’t know what came over me.” I sadly say. “I need to get ready for our trip. Maybe time away will help. Help relieve this ache in my heart.”

I look at Osferth giving him a half smile.

@thebabymonk868

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.

[revnashieldmaiden]

“I will…I promise.” I softly breathe out.

I suck in a breath when Sihtric’s lips touch my nipple, never realizing just how sensitive they could be. The heat of his mouth, the flick of his tongue sends a tremor to my core. My hips start grinding as more wetness gathers between my legs.

“Gods…Sihtric…that feels so good…my body already feels like it’s on fire…” I breathlessly say as my fingers run through his hair needing to touch some part of him to ground myself.

@asksihtrickjartansen

I’m not sure which is worse…the nightmares that wake me in a panic, or the dreams of Finan haunting my sleep. That night in the forest…when he asked me to be his wife…and the passion we shared. The images replaying in my mind when I sleep no matter how hard I try to forget.

I get swept up in the feelings of Finan in my dreams, of him taking me and showing me how good it can feel to be with a man. I don’t realize the fire he ignites in me as I’m lost in the moment causes me to seek out the warmth next to me in the bed I share with Sihtric and Tessa. The longing in my body as my hips rub up against whoever is next to me….

@asksihtrickjartansen @mrsarnasdelicious

[revnashieldmaiden]

I feel that pain enter my heart again as Finan smiles at me before walking away to tend to Aethelstan. I take in a shuddering breath from all the tension coursing through my body. Knowing it’s not just tension from the battle itself. Being close to Finan still stirs something inside me, something I’m trying desperately to forget. Why did I do that? What did I hope to gain? More pain?…more torture?

I quickly wipe the moisture from my eyes before I reach down to pick up my sword and seax. I may have won one battle, but the war is far from over.

I nod to Finan and Aethelstan as I stride to the manor. I need to finish getting ready for the trip to Rumcofa…. and maybe Sihtric will be there. Maybe he can help me relieve this tension.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.

[revnashieldmaiden]

“What was that you were saying, Irishman?” I tease him, a grin on my face with an eyebrow raised as I look down at him. My breaths are huffing out of my chest as I try to catch my own wind from the exertion of the battle. Relief floods me as I toss my weapons to the side and grab my Mjölnir offering thanks to Thor. Thankful that my movements held true.

I hold out my hand to Finan offering to help him up as I smirk down at him. “Now, who’s on the ground?”

@thedarkprinceofulaid

Striding toward the clearing by the river to meet Osferth, Finan runs into the woman who was just now plaguing his mind.

She looks well, considering all the bastard pain he put her through. He regrets it to his very core, but to see her looking lighthearted has his own heart feeling at ease. By the looks of it, she just got finished training with his baby monk.

“Revna,” Finan’s face lights up with a smile.

@thedarkprinceofulaid

I suck in a breath when I hear my name in that Irish brogue. His voice stirring memories of when he picked me up at that tree and softly talked to me to keep me awake, calming my fears. My heart starts pounding as butterflies flood my stomach. Gods…why does he have this effect on me? Why does he still have this hold on my heart? When I look at his face and see his smile, I get a weird feeling in my chest. I love to see his smile, it stirs something in my stomach, but it also causes a pain in my heart knowing he’s not mine anymore. 

I take a deep breath and give him a soft smile in return, trying to ignore all these feelings rushing through me.

“Finan…” I softly say, not trusting my voice.