I have given my word to none.

The trip to the Abbey was uneventful and loads of fun. Dana became better acquainted with the Adalase lot; Ben was a lot more relaxed with everyone keeping him company.

Everyone had their quirks; Most important to Dana, she seemed to have stumbled on an explanation for Irene’s prejudice.

They reached outside the outer wall of the Abbey at sundown and decided to camp there till morning.

Ben was restless at night. Dana hugged him “It’s all going to be fine.” She lifted her head to stare into his eyes, resting her chin on his chest “This will all end up being a tale we can laugh about. Don’t stress.”

She traced her fingers on his face “I feel sad seeing you like this.” She took the initiative to kiss him. Ben responded happily and she successfully took his mind off the thing that was troubling him. Moonlight enchanted the scene; the van was filled with romantic atmosphere while the two bodies merged; their hearts beating as one.

The next morning, Ben woke up in high spirits while Dan