Arm would wind around her again. “Only time shall really tell, my love, but until then there is always hope.” He knew hope could oft be scoffed at and that was fine, but in a situation like this you kept it in your pocket to use like an ace in the hole. Starting a revolution took time, there were plenty of strong people on this island who could stand up against militant forces. They just needed a bit of hope.
“We are young, darling, there is plenty of time.” Turning to look at Laura, Caspian placed a kiss into her hair. She always smelled good to him. He leaned back and twisted to view Caitlyn again, watching as their daughter laughed hard at something another child had said as if if were the funniest thing she had ever indulged in her life.