Later that evening, the men and women gathered around, enjoying a nice fire on the boat. Meals were made, the children ate their meals before being put to bed. Now, the adults had the time to themselves, drinking and eating while laughing and having a good time. Hilda and Alva sat next to each other while Eira kept close to Brynjar the whole time.
Hilda hated Eira. The fact that she took her spot angered her. She was supposed to marry Brynjar as soon as she gotten back. Who would have thought someone else would be with the man she had grown to love. She glared the girl as much as she could until Brynjar caught her. He shook his head and she felt her heart drop. Hildun and Bjarke joined the group a minute later. Hildun sat next to Eydis and poured him a glass of mead
