Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood, but I did finally buy Season 1 on DVD. Yay.

Still own nothing else but my own characters.


A patch of Great Mullein was in front of me so I grabbed a few more heads knowing I already had enough at home. My herb bag was nearly full so I had gotten a good bit accomplished today. I had met up with the others in the forest, another day of showing Djaq what else grew nearby. We had been walking through, the men sharpening their blades and Djaq and I gathering medicines for the village and dyes for my personal use. We were finding with what she knew of mixtures and what I knew there were endless possibilities of making medicine for the village. Of course people had been fine as of late. With Robin bringing money and getting rid of those who were giving off rotten food moral had gone up. It was a wonderful thing to see people smiling a bit easier these days.

There was an explosion to the west and already black clouds were rising. I had jumped along with the others and watched as the cloud were beginning to hide the sun from our sight. That could not be a good thing by any account.

"The only thing left out there are the mines…" I let my voice trail off as we looked at each other. That could not be a good thing, the mines had been abandoned since Robin shut them down. Even the Sheriff wouldn't touch them now. Robin and John led the way while Djaq and I finished picking ingredients.

My hand paused over a small patch of plants. "Belladonna."

Djaq froze and looked over where I stood. "Deadly Nightshade, do not touch it."

I gave her a look. "This I can use, it's more than just a poison."

"Only if you use it properly."

"Someday it will come in handy. I can promise you that."

She bit the inside of her cheek and nodded.

I cut a few stems and stowed them into a pocket of my side bag. If there was only one thing I had learned from living beside a forest it was that eventually you would need something you had passed before. It was better to be safe then sorry.

On the subject of safe I ran to catch up with Djaq and the others who had gathered near a small hill overlooking the mines. There was a crater near the center of the mines, still smoking around the edges. Gisborne and the Sheriff had a man surrounded and were talking about some kind of black power. I saw Marian huddling near a barrier still staring over at the crater. Whatever had happened seemed to shock her greatly, and worried her by the look on her face.

Djaq sniffed the air. "Sulfur."

I sniffed nodding. Whatever this black power was, if this is what it did in small amounts we would have to get hold of it.

The Sheriff and his men rode away and Robin motioned to go, investigations would come later on after the smoke and fires had cleared.. We walked back to camp, Little John still shaking his head to regain hearing.

"I've heard tales of that. Greek fire. They say it destroyed ships. Not even water could put it out; it grew larger with the water poured on it."

Allan's eyes grew. "It grew? All right, now I'm with you Robin. We need that ledger."

Robin thought and nodded. "The plan is someone needs to get arrested and taken tot the dungeons."

Djaq smirked at me. "What about Siobhan? I think she would make a good candidate."

"NO." Robin's face paled and his hands shot up in the air. "Not a chance."

"Thank you for the concern." I gave a laugh. "She was kidding Robin. I know you need me on the inside. Plus I'd hate to think what would happen if any of you attempted to rescue me. I'd have a better chance getting out on my own."

Will smiled. "What do you mean by attempted? Don't think we could do it?"

"I think you'd be too busy laughing at the number of guards I would have taken down with me after being arrested to actually get me out of the cell."

Allan hopped up the hill. "Not trying to be funny or anything, but isn't getting arrested what we usually try to avoid?"

Robin nodded. "Yes, but it's the quickest way in. Why? Are you volunteering?"

"I'll do it." Much raised his hand, looking around at our faces. "What?"

We all began laughing and continued on our way.

I turned clapping a hand on his shoulder. "This I would like to see."

Robin turned looking at us and his shoulders shook from laughing. "All right, you can have your shot. Siobhan, are you heading to market today?"

"I wasn't planning on it, but if this is my entertainment of course I will."


I leaned against Will laughing. Much had finally had enough of his speeches and had thrown himself on a guard starting a fight. He thanked the guards who were dragging him away under arrest. I suppose that was one way of getting things done.

Will held my middle a small smile on his own face. "And if that had been me?"

The laughing subsided and I just smiled. "You have a temper, you would have ended up killing someone to be arrested."

Will ran a thumb across my lips. "Not now I wouldn't."

"Oh and why is that?" I tried to hide my smile already knowing the answer.

"Because I will not give you up a second time."

I stood giving him a light kiss and turning away. "Good answer. I will head to the castle and see if they know who Much is yet. Until later."

Will gave a small incline of his head and disappeared into the crowd.

I moved into the castle a small smile still on my face. Since our night together, things had mainly returned to how they were supposed to be. Will reminded me he loved me everyday and did not attack Tobias when he came to visit. Not that Tobias wasn't a sore subject for us. He had dropped in a few times since Djaq's escape moving with a few people to check for Robin's camp. Since efforts to find the camp had increased, the camp was moving more frequently. Now Robin and the others came to see me instead of me seeing them without sending word. It was occasionally bothersome but I didn't care. As long as I got to see them all and knew they were safe I was happy.

Moving into the castle the Sheriff peaked his head out of one of his offices. "Ah Siobhan. Always around when I need you. Good, come inside if you would."

I stepped over the threshold and saw Much standing there looking slightly taken aback. Gisborne had a sour look on his face surveying the whole situation. Well whatever it was seemed to be good if Gisborne was upset, but why was the Sheriff looking so happy?

I turned to the Sheriff. "You want me to cloth a prisoner?"

The Sheriff gave a laugh. "Oh no nothing like that. This is no prisoner. This is the new Earl of Bonchurch."

I blinked. "Excuse me?"

"This is the new Earl of Bonchurch, perhaps you should bow. After that he needs to be fitted for new clothing if you wouldn't mind."

I curtsied low to the ground keeping my head low. "Of course forgive me your lordship I did not know."

Much cleared his throat. "That is all right miss. I would like to be fitted shortly so I may retire to my land if you would."

I stood up nodding. "Of course." I turned to the Sheriff. "Am I to use to regular room sire?"

The Sheriff waved his hand moving over to the food. "Of course. Hurry yourself. I do not have any garments for you right now. Perhaps you would be so good as to accompany the Earl to his residence when you are done, hmm?"

I nodded my head and led the way to the changing room. The guards escorted us and left us at the door.

Once inside I let my jaw drop. "Earl? What the bloody hell is he playing at?"

Much stood up indignantly. "I think I deserve it after all I've done."

I rolled my eyes pushing him to the center of the room and grabbing clothing to fit him. "Yes, yes, I understand that. I am just wondering why he would give you position. He knows full well you're one of Robin's men."

"Yes he said as much, I was wondering why, but an Earl!"

I measured and pinned clothing while Much went on a tirade about how all of this was long overdue. After a while I was getting tired and started stabbing him with a pin.

"You know, I can have you arrested for assault on a noble."

"Funny, I thought you were supposed to be arrested."

Much paused, making a face. "Right. I had nearly forgotten about that."


The carriage went out before me and I followed behind fixing my bag. Robin and the others we at the side of the gate, gaping as they saw Much drive away in his carriage.

Robin leapt from his position when he saw me and pointed at the retreating carriage. "What-"

"Much is now Earl of Bonchurch."

Robin stared at me. "He is what?"

"The Sheriff appointed him Earl of Bonchurch. I have no idea what he's playing at Robin, honestly I don't. They're headed toward the lodge now. I'm headed there to finish his measurements."

Allan appeared next to me taken aback. "Measurements? He's getting clothes?"

"You make it sound like I never fit any of you for clothing."

Allan opened his mouth and shut it a few times looking embarrassed.

Djaq knocked her shoulder with his smiling. "You seem to be jealous that you do not have your own personal seamstress."

Allan's voice went a pitch higher. "I'm jealous he got arrested and now he's got a lodge. Where is the fairness in that?"

I gave a little laugh. "And if you had volunteered you'd have this right now…maybe."

Robin gave a great sigh. "Let's just follow the carriage so we can figure out what exactly is going on here."


We stood in the trees watching Much walk in. Will had his hand on Djaq's shoulder face close to hers. Allan and I had matching sour looks on our faces.

I had figured out Allan liked Djaq a little more than he originally thought, but he never lied about his feelings toward me. He couldn't look directly at me for a while following our conversation and had looked thoroughly depressed when Will had gone back to the camp early the next morning. Thankfully we were talking again without too many pauses shortly after. We could touch again now without feeling nervous but any kind of hug was a bit strained. Allan held on a bit too long and Will had regained his old habit of running a thumb over the handle of his hatchet when that happened. Of course that worked both ways. Little John had let slip Allan threatened Will. It went somewhere along the lines of if Will hurt me again, or found another girl Allan would personally see to it Will would never see the light of day. I found all of this amusing and slightly flattering. Little John had also told me the tables had turned and the subject of Djaq came up. I felt better knowing I wasn't the only female causing problems. What I found most amusing was the fact Djaq was out of the loop on this part. Robin wasn't exactly out of the loop but he covered his ears claiming he didn't want to know more than he had to. All he had to know, as he said, was if anyone was dead or arrested.

Robin stood up looking around. "There is a change in plans for the time being. I am not set to worry about Much right now. I need to find Gisborne's friend, the chemist. We need to find that ledger immediately. Much can handle himself for a while. I mean…look at this. He's got a lodge, what could he possibly do wrong? You know, it is better not to answer that I think."

Little John cleared his throat and Djaq gave a little cough covering a laugh. Even Allan smirked beside me.

Will moved himself from Djaq and stood to my side, brushing his fingers against mine in an apology, sometimes he forgot himself. Everything he did became second nature and he tried to remember not to do anything that may offend me or hurt me. He looked toward Robin. "What now?"

Robin gave a sigh. "I need to find a way to the castle, Allan any ideas may be useful. Siobhan, stay here or at your cottage, wherever is best. I want you around incase the Sheriff or Gisborne show face. I do not have time to figure out what they are planning, I need to rescue the secrets of Greek fire or we are all lost."

I gave a nod of my head moving back toward the path. "I will finish his measurements and see what I can find while I am there. I suppose I'm looking for a spy within the house, or am I looking for someone who is attempting to change his loyalties?"

"I believe the Sheriff would try planning a spy before he attempted to get Much to change his loyalties."

"Then you all need to see what you can do about the ledger, I can take care of Much."

Robin ran his hands down his face. "Just keep an eye out. You know Much…"

I gave a laugh waving a goodbye. "Oh yes. I know Much."


I finished taking the last measurements and had time to take in night dressings for Much. He would be set for a decent amount of time until I could get extravagant with my work. Of course how long he would be a noble was the real question. All I knew was that any garment I finished would be used for disguises. I refused for my work to be done in vain. For now he would at least have clothes for the Council of Nobles tomorrow and to impress his servant girl, Eve. She was probably sent to keep guard over Much but in a way it was a good thing she was there. I hadn't seen Much smile like that in a good time.

I was dragging myself back to my cottage feeling slightly cranky. Much was a Lord, the Sheriff and Gisborne had found means of creating Greek fire, and upon closer inspection there was a man on horseback in front of my cabin. Of course there was. Something else had to annoy me today and, ho, it was Tobias. I'm sure this was going to be a fun evening.

Tobias gave a bow. "My lady."

A basket of mendings was placed on my hip one hand out to stop him from approaching. "What is it that you need Tobias, I am short of sleep and too tired to argue."

"Does a man need an appointment to visit you?"

"Mostly, yes."

"Well then perhaps another time…"

I gave a mental scream imagining him popping up every day asking to speak with me. "What is it about Tobias, perhaps we can just discuss this now."

Tobias nodded and moved ahead of me to open the door smiling me inside.

I could feel a twitch starting near the corner of my eye and gave a little sigh as I placed the basket down, placing a finger to the twitch. "What can I do for you?"

"I have a proposition for you."

There was the twitching again. I sat down and stared at him. "In what form might I ask?"

"Will you hear me out or place a knife under my chin again?"

"You, once again, are trying my patience sir. Make your point or leave."

Tobias gave a sigh. "I'm sorry. I did not mean to annoy you. It seems to be a new habit of mine. I was simply wondering if you would join me for the new Earl's welcoming party tomorrow."

"That is what you came to ask me?"

"Is it so suspicious?"

I paused for a bit looking Tobias over. He wasn't lying, I could see it in his eyes. He wanted me to join him for Much's party. "And is there a reason you would ask me my-Tobias." I changed last moment when he started to frown.

"Siobhan, you are much more entertaining and hold much better company than any lady I have ever been introduced to at a party. I think if you went with me the party would be less irritating to sit through." He took my hand carefully. "Please Siobhan. You would make me very happy if you came with me. Plus I think seeing you with me would get Guy to ease up on his treatment of you."

I nodded taking my hand back. "I will go with you but that will do nothing to dissuade Sir Guy. If being Marian's closest confidant has not softened him toward me nothing ever will."

Tobias frowned but said no more. He seemed to be learning a thing or two about talking to me. He kissed my hand and exited, his horse's hoof beats dying away quickly.

"A party now?"

I turned toward the doorway to see Will enter. "Will, please don't start."

He rose an eyebrow and held up his hands. "Have I started anything?"

I moved toward him and folded myself into his arms catching him off guard. "I am very tired and I cannot handle any type of argument that would ensue if you kept that look on your face."

Will paused for a moment but wrapped him arms around me when he recovered. "Fine no arguing, but you know I don't like how he looks at you."

I gave a slight smile. "You don't seem to like how anyone looks at me."

He tucked a strand of hair behind my ear. "Am I not allowed to be jealous?"

I ignored his question and tightened my grip around him. "So to what do I owe the pleasure of your company?"

Robin walked in from his place behind the back door.

"You know Robin, I hate that overdramatic entrance of yours."

"Always nice to see you too Siobhan."

"What's the favor?"

"Why does there always have to be a favor?"

I stared at him. "You're telling me there's no favor in what you are about to say next?"

"Well…no. I just don't like how you always think I'm going to ask for something."

"Robin, I don't get many visits from you that are just for fun so please just continue."

"Well I was going to ask if you'd attend the council of nobles as Marian's servant but I think it would be easier if you just went to the party for Much with Tobias."

Will's arms tightened around me. "Will it really help?"

Robin placed a hand on Will's shoulder. "Do you think I would tell her to go otherwise? I do not want to upset you Will. If you have a serious problem with Siobhan going, say so. I just ask you to remember this could be of use to us having another source of information."

I looked up into Will's face. "Do I trust you in the forest?"

He looked down at me, seeming to know where I was headed. "Yes…"

"Then you need to trust me when I have to go to the castle to work." If Will had escaped on his own and Robin had never come back I would have gone into the forest with him. After he left with Robin I knew I had to stay. They needed more friends on the inside than on the outside. I was helping in my own way. If it meant I had to sit through a party with Tobias I would. The little jealous part of me smiled with joy knowing the havoc this was bound to wreck inside of Will. I pushed that part of me away trying not to be petty.

Will nodded giving me a light kiss goodnight and headed into the forest with Robin.

I gave a sigh leaning against the wooden frame. Sometimes I longed to just run into those woods and not come back. Of course there were just too many factors holding me back. I needed to stay behind to start a life. A life for Will and I when he came back.


The Council of Nobles ended and I was escorted into the large ballroom for the mid-afternoon feast. Tobias smiled taking my hand and leading me toward Marian.

He lowered his head, voice low so only I could hear. "I am very glad you came. I need to talk a bit of business with one of the lords but I will be back in a moment." He straightened bowing to Marian. "Lady Marian, I beg an apology. I promise to finish our conversation after I have had a word with Sir Guy."

Marian bowed her head and turned to me. "What are you doing here? And…are you dressed up?"

I narrowed my eyes. It was true I had risen to the occasion. Where Marian always chose reds and colors of the flowers to wear I stuck to less vibrant colors. I wore a dark green dress, neither bold nor dull. It seemed to settle naturally around me as if that was where it was always suppose to be. Simple blue designs bordered the collar and sleeves, one of the few fancy outfits I owned. I shook my hands from my sleeves with a sigh. "I'm on an assignment from our dear friend."

"Keeping an eye out for Much?"

"And learning anything else I can. He trusts you Marian, but you are also recognized. I still have the slight look of someone who serves so no one pays mind of what they say around me."

"And instead of just serving or asking to come with me…"

"Tobias already asked me to come."

The corner of Marian's lip twitched. "And how did your Will take that?"

I noticed Tobias coming over and smiled, speaking to Marian without moving my lips. "You know how he would take it."

"Did he break something?"

I gave a light laugh as Tobias joined us. "Marian you know full well how it turned out." There was a note in my rose by morning reminding me that Will did love me and he trusted me. In other words if he found Tobias had tried anything there was going to be a death before the end of the week.

Tobias looked between us with a smile. "Am I interrupting woman's talk?"

Marian gave a smile. "Of course not my Lord. Siobhan and I were just speaking of childhood memories."

Tobias smiled. "I would have liked to have known you both as children. What were you like?"

I gave Marian a nasty smile. "Well our Marian here seemed to be a pleasant girl on the outside before her parents. In reality she was quite the trouble maker. Somehow I got dragged along occasionally."

Marian eased back with a wider smile. "Ho, look who's talking? How many times did you have to get stitched up from your little games with-", she faltered slightly but picked up quickly, "-those boys."

Tobias raised his cup. "And would one of these boys be the one that seems to have your heart?"

Gisborne appeared clapping a hand on Tobias' shoulder. "There you are Tobias. We were looking for you. I hope I am not interrupting anything."

I inclined my head. "Of course not Sir Guy."

"Actually I was just asking Siobhan about this man she was betrothed to."

I flashed my eyes to Marian for help but she looked blankly back. Even she had no idea what to do.

Gisborne smiled. "Ah yes. There seem to have been a number of betrothals that have been broken. After all Marian was once betrothed to Robin Hood, but we see that is no longer valid."

Tobias looked at Marian's ring then at me. "And why is it that you do not follow your friend's path of moving on?"

I took a simple breath and smiled. "I do not believe in breaking my promises, nor do I believe love can just be forgotten."

"You speak improperly for your position Siobhan." Marian's voice was calm but she gave me a warning look. I already knew I was not among friends, she need not remind me of that.

I bowed my head. "Forgive me. I should be going and let the rest of you enjoy your feast."

"No, please." Tobias held out a hand. "At least let me bring you down to your horse."

I thought a moment and nodded. "If it would please you." I looked over his shoulder at Marian. "Shall I bring that stitching over to you once I am home?"

Marian searched my face and nodded. "That would be wonderful. I shall be leaving shortly, so I will just meet you at your cottage, I do not want to disturb my father if he is still not well."

I gave a nod and let Tobias lead me down the stairs.

There was silence until we were at my horse. "Siobhan, I am sorry if I upset you."

"There is nothing to apologize for, I was out of line. It is not my place to say such things. I can be a bit defensive at times."

"I'm sorry it has to be that way." He was silent as he helped me onto Fabian's back. "Tell me. This man of yours, did he love you?"

I curled the reigns in my hands. "Yes."

"Did he love you enough for you to wait for him?"

"Yes he did."

"And you love him?"

"Very much so."

"Then I am the one who must apologize. I should not ask question to bring up doubt or antagonize you on the subject of your love."

I placed a hand on Tobias' shoulder. "Thank you for your apology. I understand. Sometimes we let our mouths get the better of us."

Tobias smiled and frowned at something behind me. "What do you want?"

A hooded man approached and bowed toward me. "Siobhan, thank goodness I found you. My wife feels there is something wrong with our child. I went to fetch Matilda but I cannot find her home. Will you take a look at her?"

I nodded catching glimpse of the outlaw tag around his neck. Allan. I should have known. "Of course, lead me toward your house and I will do what I can." I turned nodding to Tobias. "it is all right. The midwife seems to be out."

"You are skilled with birthing children?"

I smiled. "When not with my mother learning stitches I was with Matilda learning to care of babes and those adults of our village. It's always good to have a few people who know cures for common ailments, Tobias. You will need to learn that."

Tobias smiled bowing. "Take care m'lady."

The hooded man, who I assumed was Allan, led me a good deal away from the castle before speaking. "Getting awfully chummy with that one are we?"

I slid off Fabian and pushed back the hood, glad I was right. "Allan. Exactly why were you waiting for me outside the castle?"

"Not being funny but why are you talking freely about Will?"

"Did I mention Will's name?"

"No."

"Then I was not talking freely about Will. I am trying to stop Tobias from courting me in the most tactful way there is. We need as many informants as we can get."

"And you think Tobias will just give you information?"

"I think he will give it to me without realizing it. For some reason people feel comfortable telling me all about themselves. Now, why were you waiting here Allan."

"Orders to wait for you."

"From who, might I ask?"

"Robin and Will. Robin said he needed to talk to you to see if you know of any hidden storage places in the castle and Will wanted to make sure Tobias did not attempt to hurt you."

I gave him an odd look. "And being outside you would have known that how exactly?"

"I would have heard guards running after you and possibly hear Marian yelling at you."

I laughed and shook my head. "Okay, I get it Allan. I am not exactly the calmest person in the world. No need to exaggerate it."

He rose an eyebrow. "Who's exaggerating?"

I knocked my shoulder against his. "Funny. You just get more amusing everyday don't you?"

Allan gave me a sly smile. "I try my best m'lady."

I groaned closing my eyes. "You are not allowed to tell Will about that."

Allan laughed making me walk faster. "If you beat me to the forest I won't tell." Allan jumped on Fabian's back and rode away.

I crossed my arms and shook my head. That was a foolish move. Fabian always goes the long way around. He was a stubborn horse. He wouldn't continue his journey unless he stopped home at least once for water. I smiled and headed toward the shortcut. Allan had a lot to learn.


I watched Marian and Robin return toward the fire holding hands. Gisborne had had Lambert killed. Djaq was looking through Lambert's book when Will tried to burn it only to have it snatched away by John. I took Will's shoulder pulling him back gently.

Robin moved forward. "Lambert's dead. His last wish was for me to keep his ledger safe. I plan on doing that." He took the ledger from Djaq. "First we must destroy the Sheriff's black powder. That is a weapon he must not yield. It's time to call on our noble on the inside."

Will sat next to me holding my hand. I had beat Allan to the woods, just barely. Will hadn't heard about the "m'lady", but Allan had dropped a hint about Tobias asking about my past betrothal. His fingers slowly twined with mine. "So…"

"Will, we have to focus on this powder."

Will's grip tightened on my hand. "Can we talk about one thing?"

"If it would please you."

"You said you would wait for the one you love. You mean that with all your heart?"

I brought his hand to my cheek. "All my heart. You know I would be with you here if I didn't think I could help out there."

Will kissed my hand and stood. "Just need to hear it once and a while."

I stood beside him, confused. "Why?"

"Because when I'm out here I sometimes forget about the village. I don't forget us, but I worry what may become of us when we don't see each other as much. I sometimes need a reminder of who we are when we are together."

I reached around to grab my satchel and pulled out some lavender curling it into his hands. I took a piece between my fingers and bit it, the scent rolling across my lips. I moved into his arms placing a soft kiss on his lips and moving back. I tapped the hand that held the lavender. "Lavender. It is perfect for keeping memories. That way you'll never forget."


I moved from behind the back of the lodge as Much exited. "If you even think about leaving that last outfit I will have you killed Much."

He paused and reached around the door throwing me the garment. "How long have you been standing there?"

"Long enough to realize you are crazy for that girl." He blushed deeply and I smiled. "You are a good, sweet man, Much. I would be personally upset if you did not go find her when things have settled down."

Much gave a small smile and hurried along the woods. "Where are we headed?"

"Ah, that is the perfect part. Because of what you told Eve, Gisborne is leading Robin straight to the barrels. If they did not find the location before they left we are to wait for them back at camp. If they overheard the location before hand they will have left us a note. Don't dally I want to hurry. If they are not there I want to see what I can do with these garments of yours. We will need to figure a way to reuse them."

"Couldn't I just keep them?"

I looked up with a smile. "Much, when you are made a proper Earl you will have garments more elaborate and magnificent than these. For now these are only to be used as disguises. Plus, these are pitiful, not my best work. Too rushed."

Much's eyes grew as he held the fabric. "This is bad work? This is rushed? I will have to see what you can do when you have proper time some day."

I gave a smile. "You should see what I did to my mother's wedding gown. Been working on that since I was thirteen, but I haven't touched it in months now."

"I'm sure it's beautiful."

"Aye. That it is. Nothing will make me happier than the day I get to wear it properly." I gave a sigh. "But, in the case that day does not come I have told Marian that that is the dress I wish to be buried in. I want to be able to wear it once thank you."

Much stared at me open mouthed. "That was a touch morbid."

"That is my touch of practicality for the day. Now." I held up his evening wear, colors bold and brilliant. "Would you prefer this to be multiple sets of handkerchiefs of a few nice scarves?"


The others walked back into camp and I couldn't help but laugh. "You smell like a campfire."

Allan gave a mock sneer and ruffled my hair. "Funny you are."

We sat around, Much still by his things feeling through them. Robin debated over the ledger for a good amount of time and threw it in the fire. He was right. It was better off burnt than to fall into the wrong hands.

Will turned to look over at Much, who was still sulking. "Good to have you back Much."

He gathered his things and turned back to us. "it's good to have you back, my lord Much."

I held a hand over my mouth to stop the laughter waiting to escape.

Allan pointed toward 'the lord'. "That is gonna get really annoying."

"That is gonna get really annoying, my Lord."

Robin gave an exasperated laugh, running his hands through his hair.

"It is really annoying but I'm sorry…I like it."

"Well seeing as though you like lording it up…To Lord Much!" Robin led the way over to Much cheering and lifting him into the air.

I moved up behind them grabbing one of his council robes. "And I believe there will be new clothing for all thanks to our lord." I gave a pleasant curtsy with started a fresh round of cheers and laughter. I threw a cloak around Much's shoulders. "One last memory of your lordship that I will not cut up for public use. You deserve that much."

Much was back down on the ground and gave me a little bow. "And when I am a proper Earl I will make sure you have a proper title and land."

I smiled at Much and moved backwards into Will's arms. "Honestly I'd just like my little cottage and someone to come home to if you don't mind my lord."

Much stood up straight and put on a serious face. "If that is what will make you happy than so be it." He continued on for the next few minutes asking everyone what they wanted until Robin finally had enough and threatened to make him a mute earl if he kept things up.

Will kissed my temple and pushed a spring of lavender behind my ear. "I like your method of memory. Lavender will always make me think of you."

"And you return this spring because?"

"Absence makes the heart grow fonder." He smiled running a thumb across my cheek. "Every time I catch the scent of lavender I want to turn around in surprise and wonder if you are there. Keeping lavender with me all the time would only spoil me and ruin the effect."

I smiled kissing him lightly. This was the man I waited for. This was the one who I would never give up on.


A/N:

Wow. Tons of hits and reviews since I started.

Sorry for the late update, but like I said my updates will be scattered about.

On to the thank yous.

Cowgirl: Yay long chapters, and as of this moment I do not plan on having anyone get 'knocked up'. I try not to do that in my stories if I can help it. Unless it's much further along. Allan is a poor sap, but like I said, he does care about both women immensely. He's just…well Allan.

PadFootCc: Yes! I was hoping for a reaction like that. It just seemed like something Allan would do. Occasionally my stories begin writing themselves and this is what happened.

DeanParker: Every story needs a Tobias, and come on, as if you don't love hating him.

Pig-The-Prophetess: Stay with me this is long, haha. Honestly your reviews made me days so much better. I have the middle formatting because I've always used it and it makes it that much easier for me to spell check and read through it. I have considered a profession, but it is not likely. I do have stories I have on backburner due to school and such that I constantly wonder about finishing and seeing what happens from there. If I could make money off of writing, trust me that I would. As for my dialogue, I just think the way normal conversations flow and just make the English a bit more proper, but still have that touch of medieval slang. Also thanks, I try to make sure I do not create an obnoxious OC and I fit her in as smoothly as possible. The Sheriff is hysterical, and I cannot help but add him in when I can. Thank you for your reviews again, they made my day.

Horatiofan101: Thanks! I had to include something about Allan. You cannot just have a woman appearing all the time and not have feelings toward her. Robin has Marian and Little John just sees Siobhan as a daughter. Will is the youngest of the gang and the way I look at it I think he's followed by Allan then Robin and Much. They're male. They have to have feelings haha