“My Queen-I had no part-” Tyrus stammers.
“Oh hush up boy, it was just a friendly wager.” The Woodsman's eyes sparkle.
“About..” I prompt.
“Oh, the usual..” The Woodsman waves a hand, the laugh-lines on his face more prominent. “Whether his Highness stayed as a human, came back as a wolf.. could keep it in his pants..” There is a burst of wild laughter behind him as the Woodsman's beard hides a grin. I cross my arms.
“I see.” I remark.
“Now don't be like that! What couple can resist sneaking away for a few moments, especially one so new in their relationship, for a little.. alone time...” The Woodsman's eyebrows waggle at me. “Though since his Majesty returned as a beast, I'm supposing that didn't happen.. Unless..” He moved closer. “You prefer things a little.. closer to nature.. One
